Mikel Arteta has delivered a defiant message, insisting Arsenal will not give up on chasing Liverpool in the Premier League title race. Despite falling 11 points behind after Liverpool capitalized on Arsenal’s slip-up against West Ham with a win over Manchester City, Arteta remains adamant that his team will keep pushing.

The Spaniard declared that “over his dead body” will Arsenal stop striving for more, as they prepare to face Nottingham Forest on Wednesday. Meanwhile, Liverpool host Newcastle United, hoping to maintain their lead.

With seven of their remaining 11 games at Anfield, Liverpool hold a key advantage, while Arsenal—who have a game in hand—must travel to Merseyside twice, including clashes against Everton and Liverpool.

Although Jarrod Bowen’s goal dampened Arsenal’s hopes of capitalizing on Liverpool’s recent struggles, Arteta remains undeterred. He highlighted Arsenal’s consistency over the past three and a half months, matching Liverpool’s record in that period.

Acknowledging the challenge, Arteta stressed the importance of maintaining hunger and consistency, emphasizing that Arsenal will fight until the end. He also praised the team’s resilience despite setbacks, including red cards and injuries, stating that their determination is what makes him most proud.

With the title still mathematically possible, Arteta urged his players to keep believing, stating that to win the Premier League under these circumstances, they will need to achieve something truly extraordinary.