In one of the most significant the Premier League stories of the week, Mikel Arteta refused to criticise his players after defeat at Southampton but challenged them to "look in the mirror" and make sure the season is expected to still be a successful one for Arsenal. Sky Sports has the full report.

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- Arsenal (team)
- Southampton (team)
- Son (player)
- Arteta (manager)
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