Former Arsenal midfielder Gilberto Silva has given his thoughts on Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes for this season. The one-time Premier League winner hopes they can recover from their recent run of bad form.
Mikel Arteta’s side have only won one game in their last five in all competitions, coming in a 3-0 victory against Preston North End in the Carabao Cup. The Gunners return after the international break sitting fourth in the table – nine points behind leaders Liverpool.
Points are a must for Arsenal in the coming weeks if they are to stay in the title race. Silva, who was part of the 2003/04 Invincibles side, spoke to give his thoughts on where the Premier League title might be heading.
Obviously you create an expectation that this can be Arsenal’s year,” the Brazilian said. “That has not been so easy for them. They have lost some important points but have faced some tough opponents. Hopefully they can recover that.
“It’s not going to be easy because Liverpool are back. They are in good form with [Arne Slot] and the players are responding so well on the field. Before, people are thinking so much about [Manchester] City. Of course, City are a good team and they are going to be there fighting again.”
So far this campaign, Arsenal have come away with 2-2 draws from their fixtures against Liverpool and Manchester City. Arteta has also dealt with several injuries and suspensions that have disrupted numerous team selections.
