Arsenal do not possess the directness of Premier League leaders Liverpool and that can make it harder to break down opponents

The Gunners smashed a magnificent seven past PSV in the Champions League on Tuesday night but a problem did arise

The north London side trail league leaders Liverpool by 11 points following the weekend's Premier League results.

Mikel Arteta believes that Arsenal have the resources to win the Champions League this season ahead of their last-16 tie against PSV.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has said his team will continue fighting for the Premier League title. The Gunners lost to West Ham to fall 11 points behind Liverpool.

Mikel Arteta thinks Arsenal can thrive as the chasers in the Premier League title race having spent previous years looking over their shoulders. Arsenal host West Ham on Saturday knowing they can breathe new life into the title race by cutting the gap to Liverpool to just five points ahead of their meeting with Manchester City on Sunday.

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has dropped a subtle hint over his expectations for the remainder of the season. A drab 0-0 draw away at top four rivals Nottingham Forest further dented Arteta's slim chances of a Premier League title challenge.

Arsenal is 11 points off the lead, has an injury-ravaged forward line and has seen yet another player get suspended after a red card.

Mikel Arteta has insisted that Arsenal still have "gears to take the game to a different level" despite their injury crisis.

Mikel Arteta insists Arsenal must raise their standards as they prepare for a crucial Champions League last-16 tie against PSV, their best shot at silverware this season.Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty