This archive report was first published on 19 July 2020.
On Saturday, Mikel Arteta led Arsenal to a 2-0 win over Manchester City in the FA Cup semi-final at Wembley, a significant victory that has boosted the team's morale and given them a reason to feel optimistic about their chances of returning to their glory days.
Just a month after their first encounter with Manchester City, where they lost 3-0, Arteta's team has shown significant improvement, and the win is a testament to his ability to learn from his experiences and adapt his tactics.
The first goal was a result of Arteta's clever tactics, as he tried to outsmart his former boss, Pep Guardiola, who had previously worked with him as an assistant manager until December when Arteta took over as Arsenal's manager.
Guardiola's team dominated possession, with 71% of the ball and 16 attempts at goal, but Arsenal's defense held strong, and they managed to secure the win.
Arteta's win is a significant milestone for the team, which has been struggling with defensive discipline in recent years. The team's recent victories, including a win over League champions Liverpool, have shown that they are on the right track, and Arteta has every chance to claim a trophy just months into his first role as a club manager.
After the match, Arteta admitted that there is still a 'big margin' between Arsenal and the likes of Manchester City and Liverpool, but he is confident that his team is heading in the right direction.
Guardiola, on the other hand, was disappointed with the loss, but he has a chance to soften it in the Champions League.
