Arsenal have enjoyed a remarkable start to the 2025/26 season, climbing up to first place in the Premier League.
The Gunners lead second-placed Manchester City by four points, and they are in a terrific position to end their long wait for a league title.
Arsenal’s title charge has been driven by some impressive performances across the park from back to front.
Football statistics platform WhoScored recently tallied their team of the season to date, and it was unsurprising that Arsenal players took the most slots.
Defender Gabriel Magalhaes makes the list after playing a massive role in keeping the Arsenal rearguard watertight.
Described as ‘world-class’ by manager Mikel Arteta, the Brazilian is a colossus in both boxes.
Arsenal have already kept seven clean sheets, and their defence will be key to their chances of claiming a league title for the first time since 2004.
Right-back Jurrien Timber has also been magnificent, taking the starting berth from Ben White.
Timber’s ability to lock down wingers and drive forward with the ball is impeccable, earmarking him as one of the best full-backs around.
Declan Rice continues to demonstrate that his ability in midfield. Rice‘s exceptional ball-carrying and duelling ability gives the Gunners thrust.
The trio have played crucial roles in Arsenal’s title challenge and will hope to keep up the good work after the November international break.
Arsenal will hope to put behind the anti-climactic draw with Sunderland and get back to winning ways when they lock horns with arch-rivals Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, November 23.
