Arteta says feud with Brighton's Hurzeler is resolved
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has stated that any past tension with Brighton boss Fabian Hurzeler is resolved ahead of their Premier League match at the Amex Stadium on Saturday. The dispute stems from their previous meeting in March, which Arsenal won 1-0, after which Hurzeler publicly accused the Gunners of making their own rules and failing to play football. Speaking to reporters on Friday, Arteta confirmed the matter was settled. "That's all done. That's all in the past. I have huge respect for Fabian, and what he's done and what Brighton has done as a club," Arteta said. "It's just remarkable, and tomorrow is going to be a beautiful game to watch, I'm sure." Hurzeler, when asked about his earlier comments this week, maintained his right to an opinion but congratulated Arsenal on their title win. "I think it's very important that in football there are opinions. I will definitely always share my opinion if I am asked," he said. "But, in the end, I congratulate Arsenal for being deserved champions. They deserved it." Arsenal enter the fixture with a perfect record, having won all four of their Premier League matches this season.