Arteta urges Arsenal to wrap up Europa League group to earn time off

Victory over PSV will see the Gunners qualify for the knockout stages and put them on the cusp of topping the group

MIXING IT UP: Mikel Arteta is likely to name a strong side for the PSV Eindhoven game, even if a few Premier League regulars are expected to be handed a rest. Picture: Lindsey Parnaby/AFP via Getty Images

Mikel Arteta has urged his Arsenal players to make short work of their Europa League group and earn some time off as they prepare to host PSV Eindhoven on Thursday.

Arsenal have won their opening three Group A fixtures and a victory over Ruud van Nistelrooy’s Eredivisie outfit will see them qualify for the knockout stages and put them on the cusp of topping the group.