While the Blues lost the FA Cup semi final to Manchester City, they put in a creditable display.
They are still in the hunt for an outside chance at finishing in a European position in the Premier League.
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As the two teams meet in midweek, Arteta stated: Huge improvements. They deserve to be in a much higher position in the league when you look at what they have done and what they produce in games.
They have a reached a final, they have reached a semi-final, they could have gone through. I think what Mauricio (Pochettino - head coach) is doing is really impressive and I'm sure that he is going to get them there."
He added on facing Pochettino: Enjoy? I need to play against him and he needs to play against me.
It is two huge clubs, it is a London derby and a massive game for us so we have prepared the best possible way."