September 30, 2024
Mikel Arteta reflects on his past experiences at PSG where he played alongside Ronaldinho. The Arsenal boss takes on his old club in the Champions League at the Emirates tomorrow night.
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00:00 - Intro.
00:11 - Life at PSG as an 18-year-old: It was for me and my family. Haven't played professional football and you look at those names and say are you sure?
01:00 - I had to do all the defending because Ronaldinho and Okocha were in front of me. It was a dream. I was so blessed.
01:28 - Champions League debut: I was in the tunnel, there was Maldini, Pirlo etc and I was being thrown to the lions.
02:02 - Ronaldinho: We were room mates for a year and half: He was a huge talent, but he's the only player who could transform two clubs by himself.
02:46 - Rooming with him?: Always fun, never a problem.
03:04 - How did being at PSG ignite your managerial want: Mauricio Pochettino and others, always guiding me and they were an inspiration.
03:56 - Is this squad ready to compete on all fronts: This is what we have to prove. We have to progress further in the cups.
04:31 - Bringing your experiences to the team: What do the boys need? Respect from their teammates. The manager has that responsibility to communicate.
05:30 - Gabriel: His role in the team, the way he was perceived, he didn't have the environment or family. The way he's proved how committed he is.
06:12 - Luis Enrique at Barcelona: He could play anywhere. He was extremely supportive of the young players.
06:44 - Was he an inspiration?: For sure. His teams are always specific with his thinking.
07:12 - Sleeping habits with Ronaldinho?: For me it was perfect.
07:30 - PSG: They've been close, they have the ability, the experience and the hunger.
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