Arteta on Odegaard Injuries, Gyokeres' Form, and Fulham Match

Odegaard's Injury and Leadership

Martin Odegaard's injury is a setback for Arsenal, requiring other players to assume leadership roles. Arteta highlights the importance of the team's leadership group, praising their accountability and influence both at the club and in their national teams.

Gyokeres' Form and Striker Mentality

Viktor Gyokeres' lack of goals is a point of concern, but Arteta stresses the need for a strong mentality in a number nine. He wants Gyokeres to maintain his overall contribution to the team, even when not scoring, by creating space and opportunities for others.

Defensive Strategy and Team Consistency

Arsenal's defensive record is a platform for building performances and results. Arteta emphasizes the importance of maintaining defensive consistency and combining it with an unpredictable attack to achieve the team's objectives.

Preparation for Fulham

Arsenal aims to improve their recent record against Fulham. Arteta acknowledges Fulham's strengths as a well-coached team and emphasizes the need for Arsenal to be at their best to secure a win.

There is no definite return date, but he is expected to be out for several weeks.

Arteta is focusing on Gyokeres' overall contribution to the team and emphasizing the importance of mental resilience for a striker.

Ben White is being monitored for fitness, while Piero Hincapie is back in training and potentially available.

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