Mikel Arteta's unorthodox training methods reached a new level on Monday, as Arsenal players were seen completing a host of bizarre drills. And now, following back-to-back defeats to Manchester City and Southampton - in the Carabao Cup final and FA Cup quarter-final respectively - the Spaniard appears to have shaken things up. Arsenal players were also subjected to a rallying team talk where Arteta pulled out a lightbulb and waved it around the dressing room to symbolise how he wanted his team to play with 'energy' and 'electricity'. And as recently as last September, Arteta revealed plans to enlist the help of RAF fighter pilots to improve communication. Speaking at an event alongside his friend and legendary basketball coach Steve Kerr, the Arsenal manager was asked about leadership.

Source: Daily Mail April 06, 2026 15:06 UTC