Arsenal’s Kepa credits shift in mindset for decisive shootout save against Palace
Kepa Arrizabalaga stated that he needed to quickly adjust his mindset after a late equalizer from Crystal Palace brought Tuesday’s League Cup quarter-final to a shootout, during which the Arsenal goalkeeper made a vital save to secure his team’s place in the semi-finals.
A Maxence Lacroix own goal provided Arsenal with the lead in the 80th minute, but Palace’s Marc Guehi equalized in stoppage time, leading to penalties. Arrizabalaga further compounded Lacroix’s misfortune by saving the Frenchman’s attempt as Arsenal triumphed in the shootout 8-7. “Emotionally, it is essential to remain focused and strong,” Arrizabalaga remarked on Arsenal’s official website. “When you concede in the final minute and then face penalties, you must be 100% concentrated on the penalty takers you need to stop. “Thus, it was a shift in mindset, and it proved effective.
Additionally, credit goes to the team; they executed remarkable penalties. “They kept us in the match and provided me with the chance to make a save.” Arsenal, currently leading the Premier League, will next face Brighton & Hove Albion at home on Saturday.
Share this content:
