Thierry Arsenal has sent a message to Arsenal as the Gunners prepare for a crucial week in the Premier League title race.
What’s the story?
Well, Mikel Arteta could see the Premier League title slip through his fingers this week.
Arsenal face Southampton at the Emirates Stadium on Friday before taking on Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium on Wednesday, with that clash being described as a title deciding encounter by many.
However, nerves are jangling at Arsenal due to the fact the Gunners haven’t beaten Manchester City in the Premier League since 2015.
Speaking about this decisive moment in the campaign, Henry told CBS Sports: “Look, if I was in that dressing room, I would be saying this is the moment. It has to be the moment if you want to win the league. It’s right there in front of you, go and grab it. Emotionally, you also have to be composed.”
The Frenchman won two Premier League titles during his time at Arsenal – making 376 appearances in total for the Gunners – so he knows what he’s talking about.
It is crunch time for Arsenal, and they must heed Henry’s words after throwing away a 2-0 lead to draw 2-2 in successive Premier League outings.
Time for Arsenal to silence the narrative
Throughout the 2022/23 campaign, many have used the same stick to beat Arsenal with.
The likes of Gary Neville have questioned Arsenal’s mentality and called them soft based on past collapses, while expecting them to eventually lose their position at the top of the table.
Arsenal have fed that narrative after the 2-2 draws against Liverpool and West Ham, although Wednesday’s clash against Manchester City serves up a prime opportunity to silence the doubters.
If the Gunners can overcome the Citizens, it would be a major step in terms of changing the mindset associated with Arsenal, while it would also put one hand on the Premier League title.
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