News · 19 April 2026
Arteta's team needs new plans for Man City
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Arsenal's title challenge faces difficulty due to recent defeats and Manchester City gaining momentum. City's 4-2-4 defensive block previously stifled Arsenal's build-up, pushing play left and cutting off midfield options. To counter this, Mikel Arteta's team has explored new approaches, including Kai Havertz playing striker with Eze, or central players dropping back for the ball.
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