Arteta's Mind Games Push Arsenal to New Heights

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is utilizing unconventional tactics to gain a psychological edge over his opponents, as revealed by defender Oleksandr Zinchenko. Arteta is known for his mind games, such as including injured players in the matchday squad to deceive opposing teams about his lineup, a strategy reminiscent of Sir Alex Ferguson's psychological ploys. This method was notably used against Liverpool, where Bukayo Saka, previously stated as doubtful due to injury, started the match and performed exceptionally. Arteta's management style includes other unique approaches, such as hiring pickpockets during team events to teach players about alertness. Despite being a relatively new manager, Arteta's innovative strategies have turned Arsenal into serious Premier League title contenders. However, there is pressure on Arteta to translate these tactics into tangible success by winning trophies for the club.