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Arsenal's Mesut Ozil Says He Is 'Pissed and Aggressive' When Playing Football

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Arsenal star Mesut Ozil has laughed off the criticism he receives in the press and says his desire to win games makes him "pissed and aggressive" on the pitch and even in training.

The German is often a target for criticism when Arsenal under-perform, with his languid style leading some to question his attitude and work rate. Ozil believes nothing could be further from the truth than the suggestion he does not care, however.

He told Sky Sports (h/t Alex Young of the Evening Standard):

"I always have motivation, particularly before the games—I want to win all the games and I hate to lose, even in training I am pissed and aggressive because I always want to win.