WATCH: Mikel Arteta ECSTATIC after Gabriel Martinelli’s deflected finish in the 86th minute secures narrow victory over Manchester City

Arsenal finally won against Manchester City after 12 consecutive losses.

WATCH: Mikel Arteta ECSTATIC after Gabriel Martinelli’s deflected finish in the 86th minute secures narrow victory over Manchester City

Screengrab of Mikel Arteta celebrating the Gabriel Martinelli winner against Manchester City. (Via YT/Arsenal Creed and Football London)

In a thrilling Arsenal vs. Manchester City match, Gabriel Martinelli‘s late-game heroics secured a 1-0 victory for Arsenal. Mikel Arteta’s jubilant celebration went viral on social media. Martinelli’s winning goal, a curved shot that deflected off Nathan Ake, came in the 86th minute.

This victory ended Arsenal’s long losing streak against Manchester City, as the last victory dated back to 2015—12 consecutive losses spanning six seasons. It’s worth noting that Mikel Arteta, a former assistant manager at Manchester City and a former Arsenal player, led Arsenal to this significant win. His passionate celebration showcased his deep connection to the North London club, often referred to as his “club” and “family” by Gooners.

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Moreover, the clip that has since gone viral shows the passion of the Spaniard. As Martinelli’s goal went past in the back of the net, he erupted with joy. Screaming while looking over to the Arsenal fans. Arteta was screaming like a fan from a touchline. The clip shot by a fan himself, has created a whole new love amongst the Gooners for their gaffer as Mikel Arteta is a true Gunner.

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Meanwhile, Martinelli’s goal not only showcased his involvement in the vital victory but also showcased the Gunners’ immense potential to acquire this season’s Premier League title.

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Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal is unbeaten

Arsenal has kicked off their 2023/24 Premier League campaign with a blast. The Gunners are currently in the second position breathing down their North London rivals Tottenham Hotspur. The patience shown for Mikel Arteta during the earlier stages of his stint at the Emirates is now showing. Last year, a second-place finish and now an unbeaten start- 20 points in 8 games so far with 2 draws and 6 wins.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta.
Mikel Arteta. (Source: BBC)

Under tactical genius, Mikel Arteta, Arsenal has been firmly withholding the top 3 positions since the last season throughout. Team attacking forn, Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, and the newly signed Kai Havertz have been very instrumental in the team’s glory and achievements.

While Arsenal’s unbeaten streak continues, the premier league is now for its high unpredictability and turnarounds. As the season unfolds, fans and football enthusiasts will be anticipating more such thrilling games from the English club.

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