‘We learnt our lesson’ — Arsenal star Saka insists Gunners will not bottle Premier League title chase

England international Bukayo Saka has expressed confidence that Arsenal will not repeat the same mistakes as last season

Arsenal's rising star Bukayo Saka has pledged that Arsenal will not repeat the mistakes of the past, vowing to maintain their Premier League title chase after learning from previous setbacks.

Redemption Against Brighton

In a convincing display of their title aspirations, Arsenal secured a crucial victory over Brighton on Sunday night, propelling them back to the top of the Premier League standings. Saka, who opened the scoring with a penalty in the 33rd minute, emphasized the significance of the win in their pursuit of glory.

"We know the win takes us back on top. We're building momentum," said Saka, reflecting on the team's resurgence.

Learning from Past Failures

Reflecting on Arsenal's previous season where they squandered an eight-point lead and narrowly missed out on the title to Manchester City, Saka expressed confidence that the team has grown from those experiences. He emphasized the importance of putting games like the one against Brighton to rest and maintaining a winning mentality throughout the season.

"Last season was not great, but it was great in terms of we learnt our lesson. Games like this we need to put to bed. This year we feel more comfortable. I feel the team is better," Saka affirmed.

Building Momentum

Saka highlighted the team's improved performance this season, attributing it to their strengthened resolve and collective effort. With Arsenal currently leading the Premier League table, Saka stressed the team's determination to sustain their momentum and clinch the title.

"From the keeper to the striker, you saw Kai how hard he's working. We know how we're going to handle it. We go to win, that's the mentality we must have," Saka asserted.

Defensive Resilience

Under the guidance of manager Mikel Arteta, Arsenal has showcased defensive solidity, keeping five consecutive clean sheets away from home in the league for the first time since 1997. Arteta praised his team's outstanding performance against Brighton, highlighting their discipline and cohesion both on and off the ball.

"We showed a lot of quality, with the ball we are really connected. Without the ball we were so disciplined," Arteta remarked.

Strength in Unity

Arteta credited the team's chemistry and resilience for their success, acknowledging the collective effort of the players and the impact of their shared experiences. With the addition of new signings and the maturity of existing squad members, Arsenal appears poised to mount a serious challenge for the Premier League title.

"We've been through it and that helps," Arteta commented on the team's collective experience.

What next for Arsenal?

As Arsenal sits atop the Premier League table, the focus shifts to maintaining their form and consistency in the remaining fixtures. With tough competition from Liverpool and Manchester City, Saka and his teammates are prepared to rise to the challenge and fulfil their title aspirations.

As the Premier League season unfolds, Arsenal fans will be hoping that the lessons learned from past disappointments will propel the team to glory this time around.

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