Arsenal ‘must win a trophy’ this season in response to membership legend Martin Keown.
The previous Gunners defender has warned Mikel Arteta he may face criticism from followers if their silverware drought continues.
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Arteta’s solely main trophy answerable for the membership got here again in 2020 as they lifted the FA Cup.
He has since guided Arsenal again into the Champions League together with three consecutive second place finishes within the league.
Nevertheless, it’s now 21 years for the reason that final of their 13 league titles.
Keown believes it’s now ‘apparent’ his previous facet have to win a trophy this time period.
He instructed White & Jordan: “I do know it is an apparent factor, they must win a trophy this season.
“I do not know what the consequence of that might be if he does not. However they must win some type of trophy.
“I do really feel that there was progress. Two involvements within the Champions League, received to the semi-finals final yr, so we all know that is good progress. However no trophies.
“You are seeing Newcastle, (Crystal) Palace successful trophies for the primary time in a few years. Arsenal have to do the identical.”
Newcastle ended their 70-year look forward to a serious home honour by successful the Carabao Cup final time period.
In the meantime, Crystal Palace’s FA Cup triumph in Might secured the primary main trophy of their historical past.
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‘No excuses’ for Arteta
Keown continued: “They nonetheless have to retain that problem within the Premier League. They’re within the combine.
“They’re undoubtedly going to problem this season. However the Arsenal followers will cry out for a trophy.
“I do not suppose we have reached the stage but of the Arsene Wenger years, the place I felt like he was nearly like a person stood at a fruit machine, knew it was going to pay out, and would not take away himself from the machine till it did. As a result of ultimately, he did really win a trophy.
“I do not suppose we have reached that stage. He is nonetheless progressing, giant elements of final season with out a striker.
“We do not need any excuses anymore. Now he simply must be optimistic. You bought fortunate somewhat bit yesterday, however that is good. You want luck if you are going to be champions. One step at a time.”
Keown himself received 10 trophies throughout two spells with the Gunners as a participant.
These honours included three league titles, three FA Cups and the Cup Winners’ Cup.
Arteta’s facet made a successful begin to the brand new Premier League season on Sunday.
Riccardo Calafiori’s first half header secured all three factors away to Manchester United.
They are going to look to proceed their title problem at dwelling to Leeds on Saturday night.
