Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has shared the main reasons behind his team’s 2-1 defeat to Aston Villa. According to him, Arsenal did not take their chances early in the game, even though they controlled possession for long periods. He said that when a team fails to convert opportunities, it becomes difficult to win matches, especially against strong opponents.

Arteta also admitted that Aston Villa were more clinical in front of goal. He noted that Villa used their counter-attacks well and punished Arsenal whenever they made mistakes. The Arsenal boss explained that small lapses in concentration created openings that Villa quickly exploited.

The coach pointed out that injuries and fatigue also played a role in the loss. He said some key players were not fully fit, which affected the team’s performance in crucial moments. Despite the defeat, Arteta insisted that the squad must learn from the match and come back stronger.

He encouraged the players and fans to stay positive, adding that the season is long and every game is an opportunity to improve. Arteta believes Arsenal will fix their mistakes and continue to push for better results in the coming fixtures.