Mikel Arteta shares his excitement and fears when taking on his first managerial job at Arsenal.
The impact of COVID-19 on Arteta's first season as a manager and the challenges it presented.
The importance of creating a positive atmosphere and supporting players during difficult times.
Arteta's perspective on coming close to winning the Premier League and the lessons learned.
The transformation and positive culture Arteta has brought to Arsenal as a manager.
What were Arteta's initial feelings when he became the manager of Arsenal?
—Arteta felt a mix of excitement and fear. He was pumped up but also had doubts because it was his first managerial job and Arsenal is a big club with huge demands.
How did Arteta handle the challenges of COVID-19 during his first season as a manager?
—Arteta found it extremely difficult to plan and understand what would happen due to the uncertainties caused by COVID-19. He had to adapt and support his team during these challenging times.
What did Arteta learn from coming close to winning the Premier League?
—Arteta realized that in order to win the Premier League, a team needs to have complete focus and availability 24/7. He also acknowledged that sometimes, even if you do everything right, there might be someone who does it slightly better.
How has Arteta transformed the culture at Arsenal as a manager?
—Arteta has built the right culture at Arsenal by bringing in players that align with the club's vision and playing style. He emphasizes unity, belief, and not giving up, and has created a positive atmosphere within the team.
What is the main message Arteta wants to convey?
—Arteta wants to emphasize the power of belief, teamwork, and resilience. He believes that with the right mindset and culture, a team can overcome challenges and achieve success.
02:00Mikel Arteta reflects on the excitement and fears he experienced when becoming the manager of Arsenal.
05:00Arteta discusses the challenges he faced during his first season as a manager, including the impact of COVID-19.
13:30The importance of creating a positive atmosphere and supporting players during difficult times is highlighted by Arteta.
19:45Arteta shares his thoughts on coming close to winning the Premier League and the lessons learned from the experience.
25:15Arteta talks about the transformation and positive culture he has brought to Arsenal as a manager.
