EXCLUSIVE Arsenal are currently sitting pretty at the top of the table and one former star has admitted theyc an win the Premier League - but must focus on themselves
16:48, 03 Dec 2025
Arsenal remain five points clear at the top.
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Mikel Arteta's side are currently five points clear at the top(Image: Arsenal FC via Getty Images)
Arsenal’s title charge hit a speed bump over the weekend, as the Gunners were held to a hard-earned draw against Chelsea.
It allowed Manchester City, who rescued a potentially embarrassing result against Leeds in the 90th minute thanks to Phil Foden, to close the gap to just five points after 13 games played.
It’s a familiar position for Arsenal, who have twice been charged down by Pep Guardiola’s side in the final months of the season. However, Arsenal icon Lauren believes that this season is different for Mikel Arteta, and the Gunners have what it takes to go all the way.
Arsenal were held to a 1-1 draw against Chelsea
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Arsenal dropped points over the weekend as they were held by Chelsea(Image: Getty Images)
Speaking to Daily Star Sport , via PlayFrank, he said: “I do indeed. This is the most balanced Arsenal squad for a long time, and the quality is excellent across the pitch.
“They have two top players for each position, and any of them can step in and do a great job for the team.
“It’s great that some of the injured players will be coming back soon, but when you have the likes of Raya, Saliba, Rice, Zubimendi, Saka, Timber and Calafiori fit and ready to play, they are outstanding players to lead the team forward.
Arsenal players during the game against Chelsea
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Lauren thinks Arsenal are champions in waiting(Image: James Gill - Danehouse/Getty Images)
“It is so important to focus on what you are doing as a team,not worry about any other team and take each game as it comes.
“This is the single focus for the team right now: to be in the best shape for this game.”
Phil Foden struck twice to give City victory over Leeds
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Manchester City are currently the best of the rest(Image: Visionhaus/Getty Images)
The Gunners are back in action on Wednesday, as they clash with Brentford at the Emirates Stadium, while Manchester City have closed the gap at the top to just two points.
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City almost saw their four-goal lead crumble at Craven Cottage - but held on to take three points home and cut the gap at the top of the table.