Arsenal boss Arteta expressed his disagreement with Pep Guardiola’s comments, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing the wellbeing of the players in European competition. He highlighted the unfairness of having to play on short recovery time as compared to other teams and suggested rescheduling matches for better recovery.

He also expressed his concerns about the physical and emotional toll on the players. Guardiola echoed similar sentiments, emphasizing the abnormality and unacceptability of the situation, especially considering the demands placed on the players.

He questioned the scheduling decisions and the lack of consideration for player health, expressing his frustration at the situation. When asked if he had raised his concerns with the FA, Guardiola expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of demanding changes, questioning why their team was scheduled to play with minimal recovery time compared to other teams.

He highlighted the difficulties it poses for player preparation and expressed his frustration about the situation. In addition to these concerns, both Arteta and Guardiola highlighted the impact of these scheduling decisions on player health and preparation for games, emphasizing the need for fair and considerate scheduling practices.