"Obviously it is a factor, degaard said. But it can be a good factor as well. It gives you more fuel and more hunger and determination to get it done. I think we have experienced in all those seasons that it is a long run and a lot of things happen. Be together now. Look for the next game and bounce back."
"They have guaranteed their progress into the last 16. It is Saturday's trip to Leeds in the league that is on the minds of the Arsenal fanbase after the United defeat meant their team had taken two points from three matches. Arsenal's lead at the top over Manchester City and Aston Villa is down to four points and it has been easy to feel the anxiety, certainly among the supporters in the ground on Sunday."
Arsenal's near misses in recent Premier League seasons remain a motivating factor for players as they seek the title. Captain Martin degaard emphasized staying in the moment and blocking out external noise after the 3-2 home loss to Manchester United. DeGaard said past runners-up finishes add fuel, hunger and determination and urged unity and focus on the next game. Arsenal have secured progress to the Champions League last 16 and face Kairat Almaty, while a league trip to Leeds follows. The defeat reduced Arsenal's lead to four points and was their first home loss of the season.
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