Arsenal are gearing up for their Champions League final tomorrow. The players have finished their training session, including shooting practice. Autographs are now being signed, signifying that the work is all done.
Odegaard’s Confidence
Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard spoke about the team’s special qualities. “We know the quality we have in the team, we have shown that,” Odegaard said. “We know what we are and what we can do. We have full belief in ourselves and the football we can play and the results we can get. It’s a big game and we’re ready for it.”
The Atmosphere Surrounding the Final
Former Arsenal captain David O’Leary described the atmosphere in the city. “The mood is very good. It is a beautiful day in a lovely city,” O’Leary said. “Walking around this city this afternoon, the amount of Arsenal fans that have paid good money.”
O’Leary emphasized the significance of the match for the fans. You only realise when you meet them how much it matters to them, and how much joy you would bring them if the club was to do this tomorrow night.
What Victory Would Mean
Winning the Champions League would be a historic achievement for Arsenal. “Arsenal have not got this trophy,” O’Leary stated. “It would be a lovely one to tick the box and say they have won the Champions League.”
Odegaard echoed this sentiment, highlighting the unique opportunity. “It’s something special that we can achieve that’s not been done before. We want to make even more history.”
Arteta’s Influence
ESPN journalist Julien Laurens spoke about Mikel Arteta’s influence. “Mikel Arteta is at the start of this whole story… but he is still working out things,” Laurens said. He added that Arteta inspires people, not only the players but the people around the club. For Mikel to have to rebuild the culture, and the connection between the club and the fans, you have to be inspiring.
The Arsenal players and staff have been signing autographs. Come back to the BBC Sport app and website tomorrow for live text and radio coverage of the Champions League final.