Sometimes it is my fault — Mikel Arteta explains Arsenal's recent struggles

Arsenal kicked off 2024 in impressive fashion, securing 11 victories and a draw in their first 12 games.

The last week, however, has seen things go in the opposite direction, with two consecutive losses.

Arteta's side suffered a 2-0 defeat at home against Aston Villa and a 1-0 loss to Bayern Munich in the Champions League quarter-final second leg.

With their Champions League hopes dashed, Arsenal's sole remaining chance for silverware this season lies in the Premier League.

However, they trail behind Man City in the title race. Arteta has taken responsibility for their recent setbacks, attributing them to his own performance and the quality of their opponents.

“Sometimes it’s the opponent. The opponents play very good and you have to congratulate them.

“Sometimes it will be my fault as well, not changing anything or making the right call,” he said at a press conference on Friday.