# Mikel Arteta… This Was NEVER Supposed To Happen!!

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Podcast: [The Gooner Factory](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-gooner-factory-3912901)
Published: 2026-05-07T17:00:00+00:00
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Mikel Arteta has taken Arsenal to a whole new level… but was this journey actually building towards something much bigger all along? After reaching the UEFA Champions League Final, Arsenal fans are starting to look back at the progression under Mikel Arteta in Europe differently. From difficult nights in the Europa League, to learning experiences in the Champions League group stages and knockout rounds, this Arsenal team has evolved into one of the best sides in Europe. In this video we break down how Arteta has transformed Arsenal step-by-step into genuine European contenders. From being knocked out by Sporting CP in the Europa League, to tough lessons against Bayern Munich and PSG, Arsenal have continued improving season after season. Now, with players like Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhães, Martin Odegaard and Victor Gyokeres leading the way, Arsenal are finally in a Champions League Final. We also discuss: 🔴 Why Mikel Arteta deserves huge credit for Arsenal’s European progression 🔴 How Arsenal became mentally stronger in big European games 🔴 The importance of Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka and Gabriel this season 🔴 Why this Arsenal team feels completely different now 🔴 Can Brentford take points off Man City in the Premier League title race? 🔴 Arsenal vs West Ham preview and what Arteta needs from the team next 🔴 How the Champions League run could impact Arsenal’s Premier League title push Manchester City face a difficult test against Brentford, and Arsenal fans will be hoping Thomas Frank’s side can cause problems and potentially hand Arsenal a huge boost in the title race. At the same time, Arsenal must stay focused ahead of a massive game against West Ham as the Premier League season reaches its biggest moments. This is one of the most importa…

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