Mikel Arteta Post Match Press Conference | Real Madrid 1-2 Arsenal

Real Madrid 1-2 Arsenal - Champions League | Watch Mikel Arteta's full post match press conference following a historic Champions League quarter-final triumph over Real Madrid.

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Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory in the second leg at the Bernabéu against Real Madrid, edging the tie 4-3 on aggregate, and booking their place in the Champions League semi-finals for just the third time in the club's history.

🧠 Arteta on Arsenal’s Mentality & Maturity:
Arteta praises his players' composure under pressure, navigating the emotional and tactical chaos that comes with playing at the Bernabéu.

He reflects on Arsenal’s growth, highlighting how the team showed maturity and resilience, particularly after Bukayo Saka’s early penalty miss.

On Saka: “The way he handled the situation and the way he played afterwards was incredible.”

🧱 Declan Rice’s Dominance:
Hailed for his power, presence, and calmness in the midfield: “He was immense and turned the game in our favour.”

🔥 From Challengers to Contenders:
Arteta acknowledges this win as a "massive step" in transforming Arsenal from hopeful challengers into genuine European contenders.

“We’re not satisfied. Now it’s PSG. We go again.”

🧠 Tactical Mastery & Guardiola’s Influence:
Admits Real Madrid’s ability to create chaos caught him off guard early on, but Arsenal responded smartly.

Reveals a phone call to Pep Guardiola the morning of the match, crediting his former mentor for shaping his managerial path.

❤️ Emotional Reflections:
Shares his personal emotions post-match, thinking first of his family and the pride of guiding Arsenal to such a high-profile moment.

On Arsenal fans: “They created one of the best away atmospheres I’ve ever seen.”

📈 Arsenal FC's Evolution:
Acknowledges Arsenal’s journey back to Europe’s elite, noting it’s the club’s first semi-final since 2009.

Highlights how smart decision-making, belief, and hunger are driving Arsenal forward.

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