Theo Walcott says Arsenal have been the best team in Europe in 2015, better even than standout side Barcelona.
The Gunners have embarked on a superb run of form since the turn of the year, and have not suffered a Premier League defeat since February 7, when they were beaten 2-1 by north London rivals Tottenham.
The form of Arsene Wenger’s side had led to talk of a title challenge from the Emirates but the club’s 0-0 draw with Chelsea on Sunday means the Blues now need just two wins to be crowned champions.
Walcott, though, insists Arsenal have been the finest team in the continent this year, and says they could have lifted the Premier League title had key players not suffered any fitness issues.
“I’d say so,” he told Arsenal’s official website when asked if the club were at their best. “There’s a lot of competition for places so everyone seems to lift a gear and play extremely well.
“It makes it a bit more difficult for people to get into the team. I think, especially this season, not many people thought we’d be second and challenging for the Premier League.
“In this calendar year, we’ve been the best team in Europe. It’s the strongest the squad has been and everyone is staying fit as well. There aren’t many injuries in the squad, which is important. If we had an injury-free season, I think we could lift the title.”
The Gunners have embarked on a superb run of form since the turn of the year, and have not suffered a Premier League defeat since February 7, when they were beaten 2-1 by north London rivals Tottenham.
The form of Arsene Wenger’s side had led to talk of a title challenge from the Emirates but the club’s 0-0 draw with Chelsea on Sunday means the Blues now need just two wins to be crowned champions.
Walcott, though, insists Arsenal have been the finest team in the continent this year, and says they could have lifted the Premier League title had key players not suffered any fitness issues.
“I’d say so,” he told Arsenal’s official website when asked if the club were at their best. “There’s a lot of competition for places so everyone seems to lift a gear and play extremely well.
“It makes it a bit more difficult for people to get into the team. I think, especially this season, not many people thought we’d be second and challenging for the Premier League.
“In this calendar year, we’ve been the best team in Europe. It’s the strongest the squad has been and everyone is staying fit as well. There aren’t many injuries in the squad, which is important. If we had an injury-free season, I think we could lift the title.”
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