He specifically mentioned Ben White, who was given more playing time due to the absence of other center-backs. Arteta said: "Ben White hasn't played as much as he could have because of injuries and other factors, but he's been excellent in training every day. When he's called upon to play, he's shown his level and done well."

Arteta also talked about the team's ability to adapt to injuries and other setbacks. He said: "We've lost two of our main center-backs, but the players who have come in have done well. We've had to make changes, but the team's spirit and desire to win have been key to our success."

He acknowledged the team's challenging schedule, saying: "We had a very demanding week, both physically and emotionally, and then we had to play three days later with limited recovery time. But we dominated the game and created many chances."

Arteta also praised the team's ability to stay focused and composed, especially when Brentford was gaining momentum. He said: "When the game was open and Brentford was getting some momentum, we took the ball and started to play. We showed a lot of courage to get out of certain situations and score the second goal."