•Brighton manager Fabian Hurzeler initially criticized Arsenal for 'time-wasting' after a 0-1 Premier League defeat.
•Hurzeler had called Arsenal's tactics 'not football' and vowed never to manage that way, prompting a sharp response from Mikel Arteta.
•He has now softened his stance, admitting he was 'emotional' and texted Arteta to express 'huge respect' for Arsenal.
•Hurzeler stated he would be the first to congratulate Arsenal if they win the Premier League, acknowledging they would 'definitely deserve it'.
•Data later revealed Arsenal's set-piece timing was average, and goalkeeper David Raya was among the fastest to release the ball, contrary to Hurzeler's initial claims.
