The Unorthodox Coach: Mikel Arteta's Unconventional Approach to Preparation Mikel Arteta has revealed that he deliberately sabotaged his team's travel plans, including meal times and changing room conditions, in an effort to prepare his players for the unpredictability of modern football.
This approach is a far cry from the usual pampering top tier athletes receive. Arteta's methods have their roots in psychological warfare, aimed at equipping players with resilience and adaptability.
He believes that by creating difficult scenarios during pre season games, he can desensitize his team to stress and anxiety on matchday.