Arsenal, under Mikel Arteta's leadership since December 2019, are focused on securing a Champions League spot this season. With their Premier League title hopes fading, the team is geared towards their quarterfinal second leg against Real Madrid, where they hold a 3-0 advantage from the first leg. Midfielder Thomas Partey acknowledges the challenge posed by Real Madrid but stresses the team's need to maintain confidence and stick to their game plan.
Despite recent struggles in the Premier League, Arsenal's emphasis on the Champions League has been evident with squad rotation and resting key players. Partey expresses unwavering confidence in the team's abilities, emphasizing that Arsenal can dominate any competition when performing at their peak. The team's focus remains on the immediate task of defeating Real Madrid in the Champions League while harboring ambitions of clinching the title.