Paul Scholes, the former Manchester United midfielder, believes Arsenal are now playing the type of football required to win the Premier League title. He made this assessment during a recent episode of *The Overlap: Fans Edition*. As the league heads into the October international break, Arsenal sit top of the table, one point ahead of Liverpool.
According to Scholes, Arsenal’s performance has improved dramatically since their 2‑1 victory over Newcastle United. He admitted that before that match he did not see the potential he now recognises. The turning point, he says, was a change in playing style that became evident after the Newcastle game, bolstered by the introduction of players such as Eze and Ødegaard.
The former Manchester United star added, “I think you can always feel a good team coming, like we did with Manchester City for a few years. Arsenal aren’t quite winning the league yet, but you watch them and think they’re good.” He noted that Arsenal are now displaying the kind of football typically associated with Premier League champions, suggesting they have the potential to compete at the highest level.
However, Scholes cautioned that it remains to be seen whether Arsenal can maintain this level of performance throughout the season. As the Premier League resumes after the international break, the Gunners will face continued scrutiny. With their position at the top of the table, they will be under pressure to perform consistently and prove they can win the title. Scholes’ comments underscore the significance of Arsenal’s recent improvement and the heightened attention the team will receive in the weeks ahead.
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