Iraola expressed his pride in the team's achievement, saying that winning against top teams like Arsenal is always a significant boost. He noted that this win was especially welcome at this point in the season, and that the team had been looking forward to it before the game.

The manager was also pleased with the team's performance, particularly in the first half. He praised their strong start and finish to the half, and acknowledged that Arsenal's brief spell of dominance in the middle of the half was what made the difference. Iraola was happy with the amount of possession Bournemouth had and the chances they created, including some clear opportunities for Evanilson and in the second half.

The manager also highlighted the importance of set plays, such as throw-ins and corners, in high-level games like this one. He felt that these plays were crucial in securing the win and was pleased that they went in Bournemouth's favor.