Why Erling Haaland should support Atletico Madrid in Arsenal Champions League clash

At a Glance:

• The reason why Erling Haaland should back Atletico Madrid vs Arsenal.
• Haaland’s controversial comments aimed at Arsenal.
• Mikel Arteta has a chance to shake off Arsenal’s nearly men reputation

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Arsenal have a golden opportunity to trounce Atletico Madrid at the Emirates Stadium and reach the Champions League final.

Mikel Arteta highlighted Arsenal’s hungry mindset ahead of the contest, and his side will especially be buoyed after witnessing Manchester City drop points in their 3-3 draw against Everton.

With Arsenal running riot against Fulham on the weekend as well, Diego Simeone’s side will have a real battle on their hands to upset the hosts on Tuesday night.

One man who should be supporting the Spanish giants is none other than Erling Haaland.

Erling Haaland should become an Atletico Madrid fan vs Arsenal

After Arsenal’s 2-2 draw against Manchester City last season, a video shared by Stan Sport that caught Haaland telling Mikel Arteta to “stay humble.”

The intense nature of the clash seemed to have rubbed the Norwegian the wrong way, who taunted the Spaniard and seemingly poked fun at his side’s lack of silverware over the years.

While Manchester City have already won the Carabao Cup and could even lift the FA Cup if they beat Chelsea, their draw against Everton has put Arsenal in the driver seat to become Premier League champions.

If Arsenal defeat Atletico Madrid, they will also be one step away from winning the Champions League. As a result, Haaland should be hoping that Diego Simeone and Co spoil the Gunners’ party because if they win either trophy this campaign, the star striker’s comments will age like milk.

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Mikel Arteta’s new system is getting the best out of Arsenal and if all goes to plan, they could take a mammoth step to silencing their detractors like the two-time Premier League winner.

Arsenal have a chance to get rid of nearly-men tag forever

Keeping Haaland’s comments aside, Arsenal should embrace their encounter against Atletico Madrid and the title run-in as a whole.

For years, the North Londoners have been considered nearly-men for failing to get over the line when it matters most.

Mikel Arteta and his troops could change the club’s unwanted reputation for years starting on Tuesday night against Atletico Madrid.