Arteta looks ahead to Athletic Bilbao clash, urges Arsenal to stay strong | OneFootball

After Arsenal's 3-0 victory over Nottingham Forest in the Premier League, coach Mikel Arteta was already looking ahead to the next challenge, against Athletic Bilbao in the Champions League.

Arteta's Concern at Arsenal

The Spaniard highlighted the physical demands of the season. He knows he faces a major challenge in managing the minutes of the entire squad.

“The demands are very high. Players have to play 70 or 74 games per season, something that’s never been done before. With this intensity, they can’t sustain it. We need more players and quality. It’s no secret.”

Squad Limitations?

Arteta also commented on the importance of having defensive alternatives, working with players with different characteristics.

“We need two players for each position. That’s football. Other teams also have this depth. It’s just about being available and performing, because we’re going to need everyone. Depending on the opponent and what we want to create, we’ll use certain players and qualities.”

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