'Only his last changes worked' - how Arteta's gambles finally paid off
Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy explains why Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta deserves credit after his side beat West Ham to take a huge step towards the Premier League title.
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Match of the Day pundit Danny Murphy explains why Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta deserves credit after his side beat West Ham to take a huge step towards the Premier League title.
A late disallowed goal by West Ham, following a VAR review, preserved Arsenal's 1-0 win, keeping them in control of the Premier League title race.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta discusses his tactical decisions that led to a 1-0 victory over West Ham, emphasizing the importance of bold calls in securing the three points.
Mikel Arteta commends referee Chris Kavanagh for disallowing West Ham's stoppage-time equalizer, highlighting the importance of the decision in Arsenal's 1-0 victory.
Arteta lauds the match officials' bravery in overturning West Ham's late equalizer, a decision that secured Arsenal's 1-0 win and moved them closer to the Premier League title.
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