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Mikel Arteta defends his Arsenal trophy record by highlighting their TWO Community Shield triumphs - as he insists Carabao Cup silverware can 'get the momentum going' for more

Mikel Arteta defended his highly-scrutinised Arsenal trophy record, referencing the two Community Shields and FA Cup he has won since joining the Gunners in 2019.

The north London club face Crystal Palace in the Carabao Cup quarter-final on Wednesday, where Arteta is expected to field some young players such as Ethan Nwaneri and Myles Lewis-Skelly.

It presents Arteta with an opportunity to end his barren run as he flexed his two Community Shield triumphs alongside the 2020 FA Cup success.

When asked about winning just one trophy in his five years at the club, Arteta responded: ‘The Charity Shield as well twice, no?