March 4th 2024.
Granit Xhaka, a former Arsenal midfielder, has had an impressive first season at Bayer Leverkusen. In an interview, Xhaka revealed that he has been using Arsenal's downfall in the previous Premier League title race as a reminder to his teammates at Leverkusen to never take their position in the Bundesliga for granted.
After spending seven years with Arsenal, Xhaka made the decision to join Leverkusen last summer. Since then, the 31-year-old midfielder has been a key player in the team's phenomenal start to the season. Currently, Leverkusen remains undefeated in the German top flight and holds a commanding ten-point lead over second-placed Bayern Munich, the reigning champions for the past 11 seasons.
In their recent match against Cologne, Xhaka and his team managed to maintain their lead at the top of the table with a victory. Goals from Jeremie Frimpong and Alex Grimaldo secured the win for Leverkusen at the RheinEnergieSTADION. Xhaka, who has started in all 24 matches of Leverkusen's incredible campaign so far, expressed his delight at the team's fifth consecutive win.
However, Xhaka is aware that things can quickly change in a title race. He recalls Arsenal's experience of surrendering an eight-point lead to Manchester City last season, and shares this knowledge with his Leverkusen teammates. Despite the ten-point lead, Xhaka knows that there are still 30 points to be won in the remaining ten games, and nothing is guaranteed until the end.
When asked if he was using Arsenal's past mistakes as a warning to his current team, Xhaka replied that he shares his personal experience with them. He believes that it's something that can't be explained with words, but instead, must be felt. Xhaka emphasizes the importance of staying humble and working hard every day, just like they have been doing all season. He believes that it's only after the 34th game that they can truly assess their position.
Xhaka also took the opportunity to thank Leverkusen's fans for their continuous support throughout the season. He also spoke about the significance of winning against their local rivals, Cologne, and how it was a special moment for him personally. He acknowledges the importance of winning, regardless of how well they play, and believes that this victory was for the fans.
In conclusion, Xhaka remains grateful for the support of the fans and hopes to give them something to celebrate at the end of the season. He knows that there is still a long way to go, and they must continue to work hard and stay focused. Xhaka's message to his teammates is to never take their position for granted, and to always remember the lessons from the past.
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