October 8th 2024.
Mikel Arteta and his Arsenal team have their sights set on toppling Manchester City for the Premier League title. As a former Gunners legend, Gilberto Silva believes that in order to achieve this, Arteta must ensure that his team does not falter against mid-table opponents. Despite coming close in the past, Arsenal have made an impressive start to the new season with five wins and two draws in their first seven games, putting them just one point behind early leaders Liverpool. They have already faced difficult away fixtures against Manchester City and Tottenham, but it is not their losses to title rivals that have hindered them in the past.
Instead, it has been their tendency to drop points against lower-ranked teams that has cost them dearly. Two seasons ago, Arsenal's title hopes were dashed after a dramatic draw with Southampton followed by back-to-back defeats to Brighton and Nottingham Forest. Similarly, last season, Arteta's side suffered surprising losses to West Ham and Fulham during the Christmas period, ultimately losing crucial ground on Pep Guardiola's City. However, an impressive comeback win against Southampton last weekend showed an improved resilience in the team when faced with unexpected setbacks. Still, Silva stresses that Arteta must remain vigilant to avoid any slip-ups this season.
As a former Premier League winner with Arsenal, Silva has high praise for the current team under Arteta's leadership. He believes that they have matured and are well-structured, with a defined balance between the different sectors of the team. This is also due to the important signings that have been made, which have resulted in positive results and made the job easier for Arteta. However, Silva emphasizes that it is not just about making signings, but also about bringing in players who are committed to the club and can deliver results. He also acknowledges that it will not be an easy feat to achieve, and the team must learn from their past mistakes of dropping points against smaller and mid-table teams, especially at home.
Despite this caution, Silva remains extremely optimistic about the job Arteta is doing and has no doubt that he will bring silverware to the club. Having spent time with Arteta during Arsenal's pre-season tour in America, Silva saw firsthand the Spaniard's dedication, hard work, and focus. He also praises Arteta for his humility to learn and listen to others, as well as his ability to raise the level of the game and compete against top teams. Silva believes that Arteta's achievements so far are a testament to his skills as a manager, and it is only a matter of time before he is rewarded with a major trophy.
In conclusion, while there is no denying the challenges that lie ahead for Arsenal, Silva's faith in Arteta and the team remains unwavering. He sees great potential and growth in the club under Arteta's guidance, and is confident that they will continue to improve and achieve great things. As fans eagerly await the next chapter in Arsenal's journey, it is clear that with Arteta at the helm, there is a lot to be excited about.
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