Mikel Arteta has urged his Arsenal players to embrace the pressure of the Premier League and Champions League title races. With a six-point lead over Manchester City possible after Fulham match, Arteta believes his team can end a 22-year wait for top-flight silverware.

Arsenal's nine-point advantage has evaporated as City closes in, creating what Arteta calls a "neck-and-neck contest." The Gunners manager specifically highlighted Saturday's Fulham match as crucial, stating victory would get them "very, very close" to the trophy with five games remaining in the title race.

Arteta revealed his philosophy for handling criticism, only valuing opinions from those who want the best for the club. "When you win, love it. When you lose, love it," he added, emphasizing that his team must embrace the challenges of title contention to emerge victorious.