Arteta Dukung Bournemouth, City Gagal Biar Arsenal Juara

Last week, Pep Guardiola publicly backed West Ham United to beat Arsenal. This week, Arsenal’s manager Mikel Arteta turns the favour toward Bournemouth, urging them to hold Manchester City.

Arsenal’s title race is no longer a battle to the very end if the circumstances stay in their favour. After a 1-0 victory over Burnley, the Gunners only need Manchester City to fail to secure the trophy, keeping the title within reach.

That result would put Arsenal five points ahead of the race as they head into the final week. Manchester City will host Bournemouth on Rabu, 20 Mei 2026 early morning WIB.

Arteta’s support for Bournemouth is a direct response to Guardiola’s earlier backing of West Ham. He stresses that Bournemouth is a tough side and always a difficult opponent.

Bournemouth remains unbeaten in 16 matches. Arteta says: "Fans terbesar!" ujar Arteta dikutip Sky Sports. He continues: "Buat Andoni dan semua pemain dan seluruh pendukung Bournemouth, saya rasa kami semua pendukung Bournemouth karena kami tahu apa artinya kalau mereka mendapatkan hasil."

Arsenal’s position is now secure, Bournemouth’s unbeaten streak gives them credibility, and Arteta’s backing signals respect for the club’s strength in the league.