Arteta redefines 'magic moments' as Arsenal prepare for Crystal Palace clash

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has elaborated on his vision of 'magic moments' as his team prepares for their Carabao Cup quarter-final against Crystal Palace. Following Arsenal's recent 2-0 victory over Manchester United, Arteta is keen to see more game-changing performances from his players, but he's quick to point out that these moments aren't limited to goal-scoring.

"A magic moment is not only just to score a goal," Arteta explained in his pre-match press conference. The Spaniard cited an example from last season, praising defender Gabriel's crucial offside trap against Manchester United as another type of magic moment. Arteta emphasised the importance of consistency, stating, "Doing it every three days, that's when you become a world-class player"

The Arsenal boss highlighted the mental aspect of producing these moments, suggesting that it's "a lot" about mentality and belief. He stressed the importance of creating fear in the opposition through individual brilliance, noting that even predictable actions can be effective if executed well

As Arsenal face Crystal Palace, Arteta's focus on developing players capable of producing game-changing moments could be key to their cup ambitions. With recent Premier League draws against Fulham and Everton, the Gunners will be eager to showcase their ability to unlock defences and create those magic moments Arteta so desires