It is not the first time Arteta has spoken of the need for Arsenal to produce a “magic moment” when they are struggling to create. Back in April, after Bayern Munich had dumped the Gunners out of the Champions League, Arteta pointed to the same thing.

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Arsenal fans have taken to social media to criticise Mikel Arteta for not featuring Thomas Partey after a frustrating goalless draw against Everton.