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He refuses to settle; he always believes I can reach an even higher level.” That perfectionism has become the hallmark of an Arsenal side that has matured into a ruthless winning machine.\n\nThe Premier League success carries added weight given the club’s recent history of near-misses. For Calafiori, who arrived at the Emirates with a growing reputation but still something to prove, it represents a personal vindication. The title win also provided a welcome salve for the disappointment he experienced with the Italian national team, which failed to qualify for the upcoming World Cup. “March was a tough month between the national team and Arsenal,” he admitted. “But Heinze [Arteta’s assistant] told me something beautiful would happen. The first part came true, and we hope there’s more to come.”\n\nThe “more” is the Champions League final on May 30 in Budapest, where Arsenal face a star-studded PSG. “It still feels like a dream,” Calafiori confessed. “I never imagined I’d get this far, and now I hope to lift another trophy.” The prospect of a European double underscores the club’s transformation under Arteta, from perennial contenders to legitimate powerhouse capable of competing on multiple fronts.\n\nCalafiori’s journey mirrors that of the team. The young center-back has developed into a cornerstone of Arsenal’s defense, his tactical intelligence and ball-playing ability fitting seamlessly into Arteta’s system. His growth is a testament to the manager’s meticulous approach: no detail is too small, no session wasted. “He transmits that energy to all of us,” Calafiori noted. “It pushes you beyond your limits.”\n\nThe pain of missing the World Cup with Italy still lingers, but Calafiori channeled that frustration into his club performances. “It will be hard to watch the tournament,” he said, “but I’ve learned to turn setbacks into motivation.” The defender also allowed himself a moment of nostalgia, revealing his hope to face his boyhood club Roma in next season’s Champions League—a full-circle moment that would underscore his remarkable rise.\n\nAs Arsenal prepare for the biggest match in their recent history, the squad’s mindset reflects Arteta’s mantra: never be satisfied. Calafiori embodies that philosophy, already looking ahead to the next challenge even while celebrating the current one. His words paint a picture of a group that has completely bought into the project, with the manager’s obsession becoming their own.\n\nThe Champions League final will be the ultimate test, but with Calafiori anchoring the backline and Arteta orchestrating from the touchline, belief is sky-high. This is a team that has learned to thrive under pressure, and the Italian’s calm demeanor will be crucial against PSG’s potent attack. Whatever the outcome, the season has already etched Calafiori’s name into Arsenal folklore.\n\nBased on reporting from Tuttosport.","news","Arsenal's Riccardo Calafiori says Premier League title joy was never felt before, previews Champions League final vs PSG, and reveals Arteta perfectionism.","326222711623782400","Colombia","332954516947210241","326135625054949376","Premier League","327115072528715776","Colombia vs Congo DR","2026-05-21T16:39:09Z","calafiori-on-arsenal-glory-joy-never-felt-arteta-praise","Tuttosport","https:\u002F\u002Fwww.tuttosport.com\u002Fnews\u002Fcalcio\u002Fcalcio-estero\u002F2026\u002F05\u002F21-148785858\u002Fcalafiori_l_arsenal_e_il_trionfo_in_premier_gioia_mai_provata_poi_incorona_arteta_perfezionista\u002F","326257545968619520","Arsenal",[79,68,63,82,83,84,85,86,87,88,89,90],"326257537764560896","326222711447621632","326222713054040064","326255038034874368","326255039171530752","326255041851691008","326257536078450688","326257661500723200","326222707169431552",[80,69,64,92,93,94,95,96,97,98,99,100],"Nacional","France","Haiti","FSV Mainz 05","Dinamo Minsk","Cherno More Varna","Paris Saint Germain","Italy","Anderlecht","Calafiori on Arsenal Glory: 'Joy Never Felt' & Arteta Praise",[103,132,164,189],{"awayTeamId":-1,"awayTeamName":-1,"body":-1,"category":66,"excerpt":104,"homeTeamId":-1,"homeTeamName":-1,"id":105,"leagueId":71,"leagueName":72,"matchId":106,"matchName":21,"publishedAt":107,"slug":108,"sourceName":109,"sourceURL":110,"teamId":111,"teamName":112,"teamIds":113,"teamNames":122,"title":131},"Pierre Sage is set to join Crystal Palace after leading Lens to Coupe de France glory. 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