Arsenal Discontent Over Leaked Video Before Champions League Final
Arsenal is reportedly displeased following the online release of a private video from a club event that features Mikel Arteta expressing confidence about the upcoming match: “On Saturday, we are going to be champions of Europe.”
The video appeared during the team’s Premier League title celebrations, and while the initial posting has been removed, it has gained significant traction across social media platforms.
As stated on X, the club acknowledges that Arteta’s comment was not inappropriate, but there is irritation that a confidential moment has been exposed just days before facing Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League final.
The timing of this incident is particularly delicate, as Arsenal is set to contend against PSG on Saturday, May 30, shortly after celebrating their first Premier League title in 22 years.
💔⚽️ Arsenal are REALLY upset internally after a video from a PRIVATE event was leaked in which Mikel Arteta said: “On Saturday, we are going to be champions of Europe.”
Although the original upload has been deleted, the clip has already gone viral… pic.twitter.com/x8V9g8zxST
— The Touchline | ⚽️ (@TouchlineX) May 26, 2026
Arsenal Celebrates Premier League Triumph
The atmosphere at Arsenal has been positively electrifying, as Arteta’s team clinched a 2-1 victory over Crystal Palace on the final day of the season, prior to rejoicing with the trophy at Selhurst Park.
Following this remarkable achievement, the players, coaching staff, and their families celebrated at Bacchanalia in Mayfair, with later festivities at other venues in London.
Reports indicate that Arteta delivered a motivational speech during the celebration, emphasizing ambition, belief, and the possibility of achieving European success alongside their domestic victory.
This is likely why the leaked video has caused such a stir. In private, Arteta’s remarks would resonate with any coach aiming to motivate their players.
It’s unlikely that a manager would address a title-winning team by saying, “Let’s just hope for the best against PSG.”
Top-tier managers instill confidence and inspire a winning mentality, leading their players to feel that another trophy is within their grasp.
However, the emotional nature of football means that finals can be decided by the smallest of margins.
Arsenal is reportedly concerned that the footage may reach the PSG locker room, potentially serving as additional motivation for their competitors.
Concerns Over Motivation and Privacy
While Arteta’s comments were not intended to disrespect, they could be perceived as presumptuous. PSG might interpret them as arrogance, motivating their squad further under Luis Enrique’s guidance.
Additionally, there is a question of privacy. Arsenal intended the event to be confidential, and if someone leaked the video from within the club, it would surely cause discontent.
Arteta has fostered a strong culture at Arsenal, and events like this can breed mistrust if players or staff begin to feel that internal messages are exposed.
It’s also noteworthy that Arteta has consistently expressed confidence in public. After navigating to the Champions League final, he spoke about the squad’s desire to create an unforgettable European nights.
Thus, while the video has gone viral, the sentiment it conveyed is not entirely surprising.
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