Gary Neville has doubled down on his prediction that Arsenal will clinch the Premier League title this season, insisting that the team's recent struggles might just be the catalyst they need to ignite their campaign.

After a disappointing loss to Newcastle last Saturday, Arsenal finds themselves trailing behind league leaders Liverpool, now seven points adrift, and five points behind the defending champions, Manchester City. With only five wins from their first ten games this season, Mikel Arteta's squad is currently positioned fifth in the league standings, a far cry from their title aspirations.

Although the Gunners have been missing key players like Martin Ødegaard due to injuries, Neville believes that this could serve as a wake-up call rather than a setback. "Sure, they have a few injuries, but you’re talking about becoming Arsenal legends here! Nobody cares about injuries when you're in the title race. Those players will return, so don’t wait around for them," Neville stated decisively.

He recognized the recent challenging fixtures, especially the match at St James' Park, but remains optimistic about their potential. "Arsenal is facing tough questions right now, but I'm still backing them to win the title. Sometimes a rough start is what a team needs—get their players back and they could strike back hard. If they hit their form in March, April, and May, that’s when they should be the most dangerous."

Last season, Arsenal came agonizingly close to securing the title but faltered in the final stretch, allowing Manchester City to snatch the championship away. Arteta, however, maintains a cautious approach towards discussions about their chances this season. "We're not here to talk about titles right now. It’s all about how we respond to this setback. We need to channel our energy into our next games—especially the crucial one against Inter on Wednesday," Arteta remarked, showing a focus on immediate improvement rather than future predictions.

As Arsenal gears up for their next league fixtures against Chelsea and Nottingham Forest—both of whom currently sit above them in the table—the pressure is on for the Gunners to bounce back and reclaim their place as title contenders. Will Neville's faith in Arsenal pay off, or will they fall further behind? Fans are eagerly awaiting the results in what's shaping up to be a riveting Premier League season!