Wright argued that if Saka, Odegaard and Partey remained fit, Arsenal have a bright chance of winning the EPL title this season after 19 years of wait
By Kehinde Okeowo
Former Arsenal striker, Ian Wright has argued that his former side can win the league after 19 years of wait, if three of their players remained in good condition all through the season.
Wright believes it would, however, be a herculean task for the North London club to win the league this season without the services of these players.
He went on to name the stars as Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard and Thomas Partey, saying the Gunners have a ‘very good chance’ of claiming the EPL title this season if they all remain fit.
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Arsenal drew 0-0 with high-flying Newcastle United on Tuesday night at the Emirates Stadium and are now eight points ahead of second-placed Manchester City.
However, Pep Guardiola’s side could close the gap to five points on Thursday night if they are able to beat Chelsea, who have not been impressive at Stamford Bridge.
The Gunners last lifted the trophy in 2004 under Arsene Wenger and remained unbeaten through that season.
Rating their chance of winning the Cup again after a long time Wright said: “If there are a couple of injuries it could be a different story.
“But when you look at the team this season, Saka’s done it, Partey’s done it, Odegaard has done it.
“Those are the ones, if Partey, Odegaard and Saka stay fit…, then I think Arsenal have got a very good chance of winning the league,”