October 1st 2024.
In the latest Champions League match, Kai Havertz put on an impressive display that caught the attention of Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta. After a disappointing goalless draw in their previous game, the Gunners were able to secure a 2-0 victory against Paris Saint-Germain, thanks in part to Havertz's exceptional performance. Arteta had nothing but praise for the young forward, highlighting his unbelievable football intelligence and strong work ethic.
The match started off strong for Arsenal, with Havertz and stand-in captain Bukayo Saka both scoring in the first half to give the team a comfortable lead. Havertz's goal, a brave header past PSG's goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma, was just one example of his impressive form. In fact, he has now scored in the last six home games for Arsenal in all competitions.
As soon as the final whistle blew, Arteta was quick to express his admiration for Havertz during an interview with host Gabby Logan. "He's been unbelievable," Arteta said. "His understanding of space, his timing, the way he brings the team together – he's a key player for us right now." The coach also praised Havertz's work ethic, noting that he is always a threat when he's near the goal.
Arteta was also pleased with his team's dominant performance in the first half, especially against a tough opponent like PSG. "I'm really happy," he said. "PSG is a strong team with a lot of personality, so it was a difficult match. But in the first half, we were very dominant." The second half, however, proved to be a different story as PSG put up more of a fight.
One of Arsenal's strengths has been their success with set-pieces, and this match was no exception. Saka's free-kick in the 35th minute somehow made it past several players to secure the team's second goal. Arteta made sure to give credit to his set-piece coach, Nicolas Jover, and the rest of his coaching staff for their work on the training ground. "It's another weapon that we have," he said. "We have great takers and a physical team, and that's all thanks to the hard work of our coaches and players who understand the importance of these moments."
Overall, Arteta was thrilled with the team's performance and their ability to dominate in different aspects of the game. "If we can control every aspect of play, then we become a much better team," he said. It's clear that Arsenal has a strong and dedicated team, and with players like Havertz leading the way, they are sure to continue their success on the pitch.
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