"I love my players. What they've done for nine months, the way they're putting their bodies through everything, some of them probably didn't even have to be here today. I'm going to defend them more than ever."
"In the season, you always have moments - normally two or three. This is the first moment that we have had with a certain level of difficulty, and we say difficulty when we're going into the quarter-finals of the Champions League and are top of the league."
"It's a difficult period - I believe that's it - there are many others that are even more difficult. So, stand up, make yourself accountable and deliver like we've been doing all season."
Mikel Arteta acknowledged his responsibility for Arsenal's unexpected FA Cup quarter-final defeat to Southampton. The loss marked a significant shift for Arsenal, who were previously in contention for a quadruple. Despite an equalizer from Viktor Gyokeres, Arsenal succumbed to a late goal from Shea Charles. This defeat was notable as it was the first time Arsenal exited the FA Cup to a lower division team since the 2021-22 season. Arteta defended his players' efforts and called for accountability as they face crucial upcoming matches.
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