Arteta says Arsenal 'loved the mission' in first Anfield win since 2012

Mikel Arteta expressed pride in his team's performance after Arsenal secured a significant 1-0 victory at Anfield, marking their first win against Liverpool there since 2012. The decisive goal came from Kai Havertz in the 16th minute, allowing Arsenal to maintain their position at the top of the Premier League, three points ahead of Manchester City.

Arteta noted the challenges his team faced, particularly after a disappointing exit from the Carabao Cup earlier in the week. He highlighted the psychological hurdles and the need for the players to embrace the mission of winning at Anfield. Despite the pressure from Liverpool, Arsenal managed to hold on to their lead, with the home side failing to register a shot on target for the first time in Premier League history. Arteta emphasized the importance of resilience and the team's ability to bounce back from adversity.