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Arteta Criticizes Arsenal For Defensive Lapses In 2-2 Draw with Aston Villa

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Arteta Criticizes Arsenal For Defensive Lapses In 2-2 Draw with Aston Villa

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his frustration after his team squandered a two-goal lead to draw 2-2 with Aston Villa at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.

The result saw the Gunners drop crucial points in the Premier League title race. Gabriel Martinelli and Kai Havertz gave Arsenal a strong advantage, scoring on either side of halftime.

However, Aston Villa responded with goals from Youri Tielemans and Ollie Watkins to secure a hard-fought draw.

Speaking after the game, Arteta said: “It was the best game we played against Villa since I’ve been here. They’re a good side. In attack and defending, the level we’re playing is so high. Something was missing. The line is so thin, and we have to find it.”

He was critical of his team’s defensive errors, adding, “Today we cannot concede the two goals we did after everything we did. That line is so thin. Credit to them as well.”

Addressing a disallowed goal, Arteta commented: “The decision is made. It’s difficult because we have so much emotion, the celebration, and it’s taken away from you. Not easy.”

The draw leaves Arsenal with much to ponder as they aim to stay competitive in the title race.

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