Mikel Arteta and Arsenal tasted that familiar winning feeling on Sunday as they saw off the challenge of bitter rivals, Tottenham Hotspur. Gabriel’s second-half header ensured that the Gunners returned to winning ways as the Premier League returned following the international break.
It marks the beginning of an important week in the early part of Arsenal’s campaign in both England’s top-flight and Europe. Already, Arteta has been tied down to a new three-year deal but this week marks the first Champions League encounter against reigning Europa League holders Atalanta before facing a trip to the champions, Manchester City.