Summary
Arsenal's victory over Newcastle suggests they will likely finish second in the Premier League for the third year in a row. Former player Martin Keown reflects on Arsenal's past struggles with finishing second without winning a trophy and suggests current manager Mikel Arteta could benefit from similar motivational strategies used in the past.
Key Facts
- Arsenal beat Newcastle, strengthening their position to finish second in the Premier League.
- This would be the third consecutive year Arsenal finishes second.
- Martin Keown reflects on Arsenal's past, when they finished second to Manchester United three times without winning a trophy.
- In 2001, Arsenal brought in a psychologist to address their struggles in securing a major trophy.
- Arsene Wenger used motivation strategies by emphasizing the team's skills and past successes.
- Keown believes the current Arsenal team needs a strong desire to win and improve some positions, such as a center-forward.
- Despite setbacks, the 2001 Arsenal team went on to win the FA Cup and Premier League in the following season after minor adjustments.
