‘It’s not part of my vocabulary. I wouldn’t use that word’
Arsenal visit Tottenham in Premier League on Sunday
Mikel Arteta has insisted the word “bottlers” is not in his vocabulary and that Arsenal must take criticism “on the chin” after surrendering a 2-0 lead against the bottom side, Wolves, in midweek.
With Manchester City facing Newcastle on Saturday night, the Premier League leaders could have their advantage over Pep Guardiola’s side cut to two points by the time they play at Tottenham on Sunday.
Arsenal have finished as runners-up for the past three seasons and more questions have been raised over their ability to win a first title since 2004 after the draw at Molineux. Arteta recognised his side had played a role in their own downfall against a team with only 10 points but backed them to bounce back against struggling Spurs.
