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Message: [QUOTE="Munyaradzi Mafaro, post: 37878, member: 636"] Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta criticized his team's first-half performance against Liverpool in a 2-2 Premier League draw. He called the early performance unacceptable despite their improved play later in the match. Arteta stressed that teams must maintain high standards throughout games to compete for championships. The level they showed after the 25th minute better reflected what they train for daily. Arteta took personal blame as the leader of the coaching staff. The manager pointed out Arsenal played six matches this season with only ten players on the field. He praised his squad for showing strong character during those difficult situations. Arteta believes these challenges prove what Arsenal can accomplish at their best. The draw came during round 36 of the Premier League season. He noted that six or seven teams battled hard for spots in next season's Champions League. [/QUOTE]