Rio Ferdinand is encouraging Arsenal to channel their disappointment from missing out on the title into motivation, while Martin Odegaard is determined to strive for success in all competitions next season.

Rio Ferdinand, the esteemed TNT Sports expert, has called on Arsenal to use their heartbreak in this season’s title race as motivation for the upcoming year. Meanwhile, Martin Odegaard, the talented Gunners midfielder, has vowed that the team will bounce back “even stronger”.

On the final day of the Premier League season, Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory over Everton, with Kai Havertz scoring a late winner. This result saw Arsenal finish the season with an impressive 89 points, just two points behind the champions, Manchester City.

Ferdinand praised Arsenal’s efforts this season, stating, “Arsenal gave everything this year. They have been magnificent. The squad has been brilliant, the management has been fantastic, and the recruitment has been great. However, they were up against a team that has been the most dominant in Premier League history.”

He acknowledged that there are no words that can console the players in this tough moment, but emphasized the importance of using this experience as a positive. Ferdinand highlighted Mikel Arteta’s focus on the mental side of the game and expressed confidence that the team will learn from this setback and come back stronger next season.

Former Arsenal defender and TNT Sports expert, Martin Keown, echoed Ferdinand’s sentiments, stating, “Arsenal are just one step away. This defeat hurts because they were dreaming of something special. However, they must use this disappointment as fuel for next season and ensure they achieve the necessary results. Arsenal’s recent form has been exceptional, with 16 wins in their last 18 games. There is no disgrace in their performance.”

Arsenal captain, Martin Odegaard, addressed the fans on the pitch after the win and expressed his pride in the team’s progress. He stated, “I am so proud of the progress we are making. We have changed the club, and I believe that you all have faith in us now. I can’t wait to come back after the break and make the fans even happier. We are on the right path, and we were closer to the title this year. We will use the break to come back even stronger and more determined to win everything.”

Match-winner Kai Havertz also shared his thoughts, expressing sympathy for the Arsenal fans and acknowledging that the team gave their best effort. He stated, “Maybe in a few months, we can look back and say it was a good fight, but right now, it feels like we deserved more. However, we will go again next year. We will be even better and give everything to make the Arsenal fans proud.”

In conclusion, Arsenal may have fallen short in the title race, but the players and experts alike are confident that this setback will only fuel their determination to succeed next season. With the mental strength instilled by Mikel Arteta and the progress they have made, Arsenal will undoubtedly be a force to be reckoned with in the future.