Arteta Hits Back: “Focus on Top Four, Not Us”
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has dismissed the noise coming from West London and Manchester, delivering a pointed response to rival fans who are reportedly backing Manchester City in this season’s intense title race.
With the Premier League trophy hanging in the balance, a growing narrative suggests that Chelsea and Manchester United supporters would rather see City retain the title than witness an Arsenal coronation. When asked about this
“anyone but Arsenal” sentiment, Arteta didn’t hold back.
”It’s None of My Concern”
Speaking at the pre-match press conference, the Spaniard was quick to sideline the opinions of rival fanbases, emphasizing that his focus remains internal.
”They can back whoever they want to back, it’s none of my concern,” Arteta stated firmly. “As far as I’m concerned, we are on the path to title glory this season. So I don’t care, time will tell.”
A Brutal Reality Check
Arteta took his comments a step further, suggesting that fans of the Blues and the Red Devils have more pressing domestic issues to worry about than Arsenal’s trophy cabinet.
Currently, both Chelsea and Manchester United are locked in a frantic battle for Champions League qualification, while Arsenal and City have pulled away at the top of the table.
”Chelsea and Man Utd’s fans should better focus on whether their favourite club will make the top four this season or not,” Arteta added, “instead of backing another club just because they don’t like us.”
The Current Landscape: Arsenal vs. The Rest
The tension between the “Big Six” has reached a fever pitch. While tactical rivalries on the pitch are standard, the psychological warfare off it is becoming a defining feature of the 2025/26 campaign.
The Verdict
Arteta’s comments signal a manager who is no longer interested in “playing nice.” By highlighting the gap between Arsenal’s title ambitions and the top-four struggles of United and Chelsea, he has effectively drawn a line in the sand.
As the Gunners heading into the final stretch of the season, it’s clear: they aren’t looking for friends; they’re looking for silverware.
