Mikel Arteta leads Arsenal into their first Champions League knockout tie since 2017 tonight against Porto (Picture: Getty)Mikel Arteta has singled out Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa for praise ahead of Arsenal’s first Champions League knockout tie since 2017. Goalkeeper Costa, who has been linked with a big-money move to Manchester United in the past, will be central to Porto’s hopes of progressing to the quarter finals. The 24-year-old taunted Arsenal on Tuesday by claiming he knew of their weaknesses which he and his teammates are primed to exploit. Everyone has their weaknesses, they haven’t faced FC Porto yet and they will certainly have their difficulties. Asked for his assessment of Porto’s No.1, however, Arteta said: ‘I’m not here to rate their players, but he’s very good for sure.

Source: Metro February 21, 2024 14:58 UTC