Arsenal faces Leicester amid ongoing Man City criticism

Arsenal's manager, Mikel Arteta, is facing criticism following a recent draw against Manchester City, where his team's tactics were labeled as 'dark arts' by some City players. This match has sparked a debate about Arsenal's evolution from a traditionally soft team to one that employs a more streetwise approach in the Premier League. Arteta acknowledges the challenges of navigating this criticism, stating that he cannot win the argument surrounding their tactical choices. He emphasizes the importance of adapting their style based on the opposition to compete effectively for the title. Ahead of their match against Leicester City, Arteta is focused on maintaining his team's competitive edge while managing the external perceptions of their gameplay. Additionally, the team is dealing with injury concerns, particularly with goalkeeper David Raya, which may lead to a debut for new signing Neto in goal. Arteta remains committed to his vision for the team despite the ongoing scrutiny.