Arsenal goalkeeper Wojciech Szczesny insists that their attempt to finish in the top four this season has not been derailed by their loss to Manchester United, reports the London Evening Standard.
The Gunners appear to be facing the genuine prospect of missing out on Champion’s League football next season, as they now sit five points adrift of fourth place Chelsea. The loss follows defeats to Fulham and Swansea; the last time Arsenal lost three Premier League games in a row was in April 2007. However, Szczesny insists there is still time for the team to turn their fortunes around.
“This club should be in the Champions League year in, year out, so I understand the manager’s point – but I am confident we will pick ourselves up. We will win games, and we will get our position in the Champions League. I’m still confident we can do it.”
Robin Van Persie has been the team’s lynchpin this season, and he scored again in Sunday’s loss; Szczesny believes the Netherlands international’s form is vital for the Champions League push. “Having a leader like Robin helps the team – but it’s not only him, I think the whole team are good enough to go on and finish in the top four. Yes, we have had a few poor results – but it is all about working hard and staying positive.”
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