Mikel Arteta explains Rice and Odegaard subs as Arsenal boss left red-faced after gambleArsenal manager Mikel Arteta has defended his decision to substitute Martin Odegaard during the Gunners’ 0-0 draw with Everton. Arteta said it was a “tactical decision” to try and change the rhythm of the game, but admitted that it didn’t pay off. The result leaves Arsenal six points behind leaders Liverpool.