Martin Keown insists it’s too early to write off Arsenal

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·9 settembre 2025

Martin Keown insists it’s too early to write off Arsenal

Arsenal suffered a narrow defeat to Liverpool in a key early-season fixture, but former Gunners defender Martin Keown believes there is still time for the team to recover. The Gunners visited Anfield before the international break, with both sides locked in a tense contest for much of the match. Despite the competitive balance, Liverpool ultimately found a way to score through a remarkable free kick, securing a 1-0 victory and claiming the early bragging rights in the fixture.

With three wins from three matches, Liverpool has established an early lead in the Premier League table, leaving Arsenal trailing their rivals after just three games. While the loss will certainly be a disappointment for the Gunners, Keown emphasises that it is far too early in the season to write the team off. Arsenal had previously maintained an impressive record against top-six opposition, and there remain 35 more matches before the campaign concludes.

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Keown’s perspective on Arsenal’s mentality

Keown highlighted the importance of a mentality shift for Arsenal, suggesting that the team must adopt a more aggressive approach to reclaim its position among the league’s elite. Speaking via Talk Sport, he said:

“We want more. Arsenal, I feel now are at the stage where it’s a mentality change.

“They need to change gear, they’ve really got to go after it. You’ve got to have the eye of the tiger to really go and win these games.

“Looking back, I hope we don’t regret it, but it’s too early in the season to write Arsenal off.”

He also noted that anyone dismissing Arsenal at this early stage may not have followed the club over the past three seasons, pointing to the team’s resilience and capacity to recover from setbacks.

Moving forward after the Liverpool defeat

The loss to Liverpool will undoubtedly serve as motivation for Arsenal to respond strongly in their upcoming fixtures. The Gunners will be eager to re-establish their winning form and demonstrate their credentials as title contenders. Keown’s assessment provides reassurance that, despite the early setback, there remains ample opportunity for the team to recover and mount a serious challenge over the remainder of the season.

Ultimately, Arsenal’s response to this defeat will be critical in shaping their campaign. With the season still in its infancy, Keown believes that maintaining focus, intensity, and the right mentality will be essential as they seek to return to winning ways and remain competitive at the top of the Premier League.

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