November 2nd 2024.
Joe Cole, a former star in the Premier League, recently made a change in his prediction for the league title after Arsenal's disappointing defeat to Newcastle United. He believes that Mikel Arteta should make some changes in the upcoming games against Inter Milan and Chelsea, including potentially dropping Leandro Trossard after his lackluster performance at St James' Park.
Arsenal, who haven't won the league title since 2004, had a promising start to the season but have now only gained one point in the last three games. Their latest loss to Newcastle, sparked by Alexander Isak's goal, has put their title hopes in jeopardy.
Cole, who had initially predicted Arsenal to win the league, admitted that he is now reconsidering his prediction after their recent struggles. He praised Newcastle for their performance and believes that this win could be a turning point for them. He also mentioned Arsenal's upcoming tough matches against Inter Milan and Chelsea and the possibility of falling behind by 10 points if they don't improve.
Speaking on Trossard's performance, Cole acknowledged that while he is a fantastic player, he was not at his best during the game and may need to be replaced for the upcoming matches. He also mentioned the need for Arsenal to take ownership and lift themselves up ahead of a crucial week.
Another Arsenal legend, Martin Keown, also expressed his concerns for the team's title hopes after their defeat to Newcastle. He believes that it will be a tough task to catch up to teams like Manchester City and Liverpool who have already established a lead.
Keown also pointed out that Arsenal did not show their usual personality and were disappointing in their performance. He suggested that Arteta may need to make some changes in the lineup, with players like Ethan Nwaneri who had a good game after coming on as a substitute.
Meanwhile, Arteta himself admitted that Arsenal deserved to lose and that he was frustrated with their performance. He felt that they did not defend well enough and were dragged into a game that favored Newcastle's style of play. He also mentioned their missed opportunities and the need to adapt to different game situations.
Looking ahead, Arteta wants his team to respond to the defeat by showing their best on the pitch in their next game. He emphasized the importance of being at their best in every game to have a chance at winning. And although it may be difficult to find the right words after such a loss, he believes that actions on the field will speak louder.
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