Mikel Arteta hails Arsenal’s squad depth after resting key trio
Mikel Arteta explains Saka and Eze rotation
- Arsenal secured a 2-0 victory over Olympiacos in the Champions League league phase, with goals from Gabriel Martinelli and substitute Bukayo Saka.
- Manager Mikel Arteta highlighted the team's improved squad depth this season, stating it makes them better equipped to progress further in the competition compared to last term.
- Arteta rotated six players for the match, noting the positive impact of substitutes, including Saka who scored the decisive second goal in stoppage time.
- The Gunners took an early lead through Martinelli, but required a crucial save from David Raya to prevent Olympiacos from equalising before Saka sealed the win.
- Arteta expressed satisfaction with the challenging win and described the surreal experience of coaching against Jose Luis Mendilibar, who was his coach at 13.