Mikel Arteta insists Arsenal have ‘fuel in the tank’ in Premier League title fight

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1 May 2026 • 11:23 PM MYT
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Mikel Arteta insists Arsenal have ‘fuel in the tank’ in Premier League title fight

  • Mikel Arteta is urging Arsenal to channel their frustration from a controversial Champions League draw into their Premier League title pursuit.
  • Arsenal drew 1-1 against Atletico Madrid in the Champions League semi-final, with a late penalty for Eberechi Eze being overturned by VAR.
  • The Gunners face Fulham on Saturday, aiming to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points over Manchester City, who have two games in hand.
  • Arteta highlighted the team's 'siege mentality' and hunger to win the Premier League, stating they have enough “fuel in the tank”.
  • Captain Martin Odegaard is expected to play against Fulham, while Jurrien Timber and Kai Havertz remain sidelined.

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