More infoArsenal manager Mikel Arteta says there is “no excuse” for his side’s defeat by Hibernian on Tuesday. The Gunners were beaten 2-1 by the Scottish Premiership side in their first friendly match of pre-season at Easter Road. Arsenal missed more opportunities and were made to pay when Daniel Mackay doubled the hosts’ advantage in the second half from a corner. Speaking to the club website after the game, Arteta was asked whether the lack of preparation explained the poor performance and result. With Euro 2020 only recently finished, Arteta was forced to name a mixed team with regular first-team players and youngsters.

Source: Express July 13, 2021 20:48 UTC