Arsenal manager, Mikel Arteta has blamed tiredness as the reason for his side’s defeat to Newcastle United in the second leg of the Carabao Cup on Wednesday night.
Goals from Jacob Murphy and Anthony Gordon earned Newcastle a 2-0 win and a 4-0 aggregate scoreline
The Gunners went into the game hoping to replicate their performance against Manchester City at the weekend but were overwhelmed throughout the encounter
Arteta said Physically his players were tired after playing so many games,
The Spaniard admitted that his side lost the game in the first leg and it was an opportunity missed not getting to the final
Arsenal will now focus their attention in the Premier League and UEFA Champions League to stand a chance of winning a silverware this season.
They are in second position in the Premier League and have qualified for the Champions League round of 16.
(Editor : Ena Agbanoma)
