Mikel Arteta’s trouser distract Arsenal fans from FA Cup woe against Liverpool
Arsenal supporters discovered a source of amusement amid their disappointment in the FA Cup defeat to Liverpool – the focus shifted to Mikel Arteta’s trousers.
Observers speculated whether the Gunners’ manager had unintentionally torn his pants in an unfortunate location while seated on the bench during the 2-0 home loss to Liverpool on Sunday.
There was a divided opinion on what might have led to the gray discoloration in the crotch area of the Spaniard’s attire.
One viewer summed up the mystery: “What’s going on with Arteta’strousers?
Regrettably, a considerable number of reactions lacked clarity and certainty regarding the potential causes.
“Has Arteta got a split in his trousers,” asked one.
And another fan claimed the pressing matter had left him “crying” with laughter as he pondered: “Has Arteta ripped his trousers?”
A significant portion of fans found similar amusement in the situation. However, on the field, Arsenal seemed to lose focus, particularly in the attacking aspect.
Ineffectiveness in front of goal proved costly as Liverpool secured a place in the fourth round with a late double.
An 80th-minute free-kick from Trent Alexander-Arnold deflected off the head of Arsenal’s defender Jakub Kiwior, breaking the deadlock.
Subsequently, in the fifth minute of stoppage time, Luis Diaz skillfully finished off a counter-attack, sealing the victory for Liverpool.
One fan responded to the Gunners’ waste of 18 attempts on goal by posting: “I’m actually worried we actually have lost the ability to score.”
Amid calls for Arsenal to invest in new strikers, Mikel Arteta must be contemplating how his existing squad couldn’t convert at least one of their five on-target attempts.
Mikel Arteta’s trouser distract Arsenal fans from FA Cup woe against Liverpool