Mikel Arteta shared a heartfelt moment with Carlo Ancelotti following Arsenal’s 2-1 victory over Real Madrid in the Champions League quarterfinals. The win secured Arsenal’s place in the semifinals with a commanding 5-1 aggregate score, marking a significant milestone for the club.
Speaking about their post-match exchange, Arteta revealed, “Carlo Ancelotti told me that he hopes Arsenal wins the Champions League.” The Arsenal manager expressed his admiration for Ancelotti’s graciousness, highlighting the mutual respect between the two coaches despite the high-stakes nature of the competition.
Arteta described the moment as a reflection of the sportsmanship and camaraderie that exists at the highest levels of football. “It means a lot coming from someone like Carlo, who has achieved so much in this competition. His words motivate us to keep pushing forward.”
With Arsenal now preparing to face Paris Saint-Germain in the semifinals, Arteta emphasized the importance of staying focused and building on their momentum. “We have a tough challenge ahead, but this team has shown that we are capable of competing with the best. We will give everything to make our fans proud.”
The exchange between Arteta and Ancelotti serves as a reminder of the respect and admiration that transcends rivalries in the world of football. For Arsenal, the journey continues as they aim to achieve European glory.
Arsenal performance and stats
Arsenal is currently 3rd in the Champions League with 19 points.
In the last 12 games, it has won 9 times, drew twice, and lost once. In its last match, Arsenal won 1-2 against Real Madrid.
It has a positive goal difference after scoring 16 goals and conceding 3.
