No Excuse For Liverpool Draw, Says Mikel Merino.
Reflecting on Arsenal’s recent hard-fought draw with Liverpool, midfielder Mikel Merino expressed his pride in the team’s resilience and focus. Despite injuries impacting the squad, Merino emphasised that setbacks would not serve as an excuse for failing to secure the win. Instead, he highlighted the importance of improvement and maintaining a winner’s mindset.
“Injuries are part of the game and they cannot be an excuse for results,” Merino said. “When you are a group of winners, you cannot make excuses—you have to think about the things you can improve. If you start making excuses, you don’t reflect credit on yourself.”
Acknowledging the physical and mental demands of a long season, Merino remains confident in Arsenal’s ability to tackle challenges head-on. “You have to deal with it, take the positives, and get better,” he added. “There are always challenges with the physical and mental aspects of a long season, but this team is ready to overcome them. That’s why we are disappointed not to take three points against Liverpool because the team deserved them.”
Merino’s message is clear: Arsenal will remain steadfast in their approach, with a focus on self-improvement and a commitment to giving 100 per cent every game. “The message is simple—this team is not going to lose their focus. It’s never going to give up, no matter what the situation or what time of the year it is,” Merino affirmed. “We focus only on ourselves and what we can do to win every single game.”
For Merino and the Arsenal squad, success lies in their dedication to continuous growth and resilience, with an unwavering belief in their capabilities. This mentality, Merino asserts, will be key to their success in the future.
