What happened: Mikel Arteta brushed off criticism of Arsenal's postmatch celebrations after the club booked its place in the Champions League final. In the exchange amplified by Fabrizio Romano, Arteta said critics' opinions should be respected and then put "where they belong." The comments come days after Arsenal reached the Champions League final for the first time in 20 years.

Why it matters: The quote keeps the focus on the noise surrounding Arsenal's reaction to a season-defining result rather than on any internal doubt. It also lands at a pivotal point in the run-in, with Arsenal still chasing the Premier League title and trying to carry momentum into the European final.

What to watch: Watch whether Arsenal turn the outside criticism into a rallying point in Sunday's trip to West Ham. The bigger storyline is whether Arteta's side can protect its league lead while preparing for the Champions League final later this month.