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Arsenal: Unai Emery reveals reason for ignoring Mikel Arteta handshake after Aston Villa defeat
Arsenal: Unai Emery reveals reason for ignoring Mikel Arteta handshake after Aston Villa defeat Unai Emery said his decision to skip a post-match handshake with Mikel Arteta was down to the Arsenal boss first celebrating with his coaching staff.
Premier League leaders Arsenal slammed the door shut on charging Aston Villa with a 4-1 home thrashing of Unai Emery's side on Tuesday that put them five points clear at the top of the table going into the New Year.
Premier League leaders Arsenal host third-place Aston Villa on Tuesday in a vital match in the title race. Unai Emery’s side, who are just three points behind the London club in the table, are in sensational form and a victory at the Emirates Stadium would be their 12th in a row in all competitions.
The Swede scored goals for fun at Sporting CP. But after a tough baptism of fire at Arsenal, things need to change to ignite his north London career.
Former Arsenal assistant coach Carlos Cuesta says leaving the club was the toughest decision of his life, particularly as it meant parting ways with Mikel Arteta.Photo by Gabriele Maltinti/Getty