Arsenal face Sporting Lisbon in Tuesday’s Champions League quarterfinal, desperate to halt a damaging slide after defeats to Manchester City and Southampton ended their domestic cup dreams.
Mikel Arteta has urged his players to show resilience, defending their efforts despite the setbacks.
Arsenal remain nine points clear in the Premier League and favourites in Europe, but injuries to Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, and Gabriel Magalhaes threaten to complicate matters.
Viktor Gyokeres, once of Sporting, has emerged as a key figure, scoring vital goals in recent weeks.
Midfielder Christian Norgaard insists the squad must stay positive: “It’s fine to be frustrated, but we also have to look forward.”
Lisbon now offers Arsenal a chance to prove their character and keep their double bid alive.
