Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has candidly addressed his team’s disappointing 2-1 defeat against Fulham in a recent Premier League clash, shedding light on the reasons behind their loss.

The game saw Fulham secure a remarkable victory with goals from Raul Jiménez and Bobby De Cordova-Reid, overshadowing Bukayo Saka’s lone goal for Arsenal.

Expressing his frustration during the post-match press conference, Arteta admitted, “We weren’t good enough. We didn’t pose enough threat with our rhythm. Defensively, we were second best.” His poignant remarks painted a stark picture of Arsenal’s subpar performance.

With palpable disappointment, Arteta labeled the day as “painful and sad,” emphasizing the missed opportunity to claim the top spot in the league after 20 games. Reflecting on the recent downturn, he remarked, “Three days ago, we lost a game that we deserved to win; today was a different story.”

Following this defeat, Arsenal finds themselves in fourth position on the Premier League table, trailing behind Manchester City, Aston Villa, and Liverpool.

The outcome serves as a stark reminder of the unrelenting nature of football, leaving Arteta and his team seeking redemption and renewed vigor in the battles that lie ahead.