Overview
- Speaking before Saturday’s trip to the Emirates, David Moyes said Arsenal and Mikel Arteta have "done brilliant" and he questioned their critics.
- He dismissed the notion that proficiency from set pieces or a strong, physical approach is a negative, arguing the sport benefits from varied styles.
- Arsenal lead the Premier League by seven points with Manchester City holding a game in hand, and they face City in the League Cup final on March 22.
- The wider debate has included time-wasting accusations that Arteta has rejected, following Brighton’s complaints after a 1-0 Arsenal win this month.
- Moyes’ perspective is shaped by his history with Arteta, whom he signed for Everton in 2005, as Everton visit Arsenal for a 5.30pm kickoff on Saturday.