After Liverpool’s defeat to Paris Saint-Germain, Arne Slot shared his thoughts on Arsenal’s chances of winning the Champions League.
With Liverpool eliminated, Arsenal and Aston Villa are now the only English clubs left in the competition. Slot’s team had performed well in the new league phase but struggled against PSG, who ultimately deserved their victory. Accepting the loss with grace, Slot shifted focus to Liverpool’s upcoming challenges, including the Carabao Cup final and the remainder of the Premier League season.
Despite Liverpool’s strong position in the domestic league, where they hold a 15-point lead over Arsenal, the Gunners are still in contention for European glory.
With their Premier League title hopes fading, Arsenal’s main focus now turns to the Champions League. They are set to face either Real Madrid or Atletico Madrid in the quarter-finals, making for a tough challenge.
In his post-match press conference, Slot praised Arsenal, calling them a “very good” team. When asked about PSG’s chances of winning the tournament, he agreed they had the potential but emphasized they were not the only contenders. He pointed out that knockout-stage matches are often decided by small margins, including luck.
When asked about the favorites for the competition, Slot acknowledged Arsenal’s strength alongside other top European clubs.
He mentioned that while he had not played against every team, he had a high opinion of Barcelona. He also highlighted Arsenal, Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, and Bayern Munich as serious contenders, stating that the race for the title would be highly competitive.
Arsenal appears well-positioned to continue their Champions League journey. With a commanding 7-1 aggregate lead over PSV Eindhoven, they are almost certain to progress to the quarter-finals. If they maintain their form, they could pose a significant challenge to any opponent they face.
As Mikel Arteta’s side prepares for the next stage, their chances of making a deep run in the competition remain strong. With their Premier League title ambitions looking uncertain, their best opportunity for silverware this season may come in Europe.
Whether they can overcome the likes of Real Madrid, Atletico Madrid, or Bayern Munich remains to be seen, but Slot’s comments suggest Arsenal is considered a serious competitor in the tournament.
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