Liverpool manager Arne Slot has come to the defense of Arsenal amid accusations of employing "dark arts" tactics. As Liverpool prepares to face Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, Slot expressed that he has no concerns regarding such tactics from Mikel Arteta's team. Arsenal faced criticism for time-wasting during their recent 2-2 draw with Manchester City, particularly while trying to maintain a lead with only ten players on the field. However, Slot emphasized that his focus is solely on Arsenal's style of play rather than any alleged tactical fouls. "When I think about Arsenal and City, the idea of tactical fouls or dark arts doesn't even cross my mind," Slot stated. "What stands out to me is how well they play."

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has responded to claims regarding his team's tactics during the recent 2-2 draw against Manchester City, emphasizing his preference for facts over speculation. Arteta described his side's approach in the match as "normal," dismissing any suggestions that they engaged in "dark arts" during the game. His comments come in the wake of discussions surrounding the nature of the tactics employed by both teams in a highly competitive encounter.