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Granit Xhaka Says Patrice Evra's Arsenal 'Babies' Criticism Is 'Bulls--t'

Granit Xhaka has hit back at Patrice Evra's claims that Arsenal are "babies" following their loss to Sheffield United on Monday, with the Gunners captain labelling the criticism as "bulls--t."

Arsenal were well below their best at Bramall Lane, with Lys Mousset's first-half goal enough to earn three points for the newly promoted side. It was a defeat that continued Arsenal's inconsistent away form under Unai Emery.

Speaking on Sky Sports' Monday Night Football, Evra said little has changed at Arsenal since he came up against them as a Manchester United player, and he questioned their appetite for a fight:

"Sheffield United deserved the win, but I'm not surprised about Arsenal.