ANDREY ARSHAVIN has told Arsenal team-mate Theo Walcott to maintain his
high standards after his dazzling hat-trick against Blackpool.
Despite producing what many believe was his best performance in an Arsenal
shirt as the Gunners thrashed the Premier League minnows 6-0, Walcott
has not won over all of his doubters.
Walcott was omitted from England's World Cup squad this summer after a
disappointing season which led many to question aspects of his game, particularly
his decision making.
But Arshavin believes that such is the 21-year-old's potential, a good
campaign from him this time around could lead the Gunners to silverware.
"With his quality, he must play like this every game and we expect
him to play like this," the Russian said.
"I think he will help and if he scores in every game we will win
(the Premier League) for sure."
Another vital element to Arsenal's ambitions is Cesc Fabregas, who once
again remained in north London this summer despite intense interest from
Barcelona.
Arshavin added: "I think for everyone at Arsenal it's a big boost
and everyone is happy he stays with us.
"(But) I did not think about him a lot because he must decide himself
it's his life."
Arshavin believes the Premier League remains as strong as ever and sees
its four representatives, including north London rivals Tottenham, as
among only six teams who can become European champions this year - despite
Inter Milan's success last time around.
"It was by chance because Inter had (Jose) Mourinho and, of course,
they deserved to win," he said.
"But I see now only six teams can win - four from England and two
from Spain (Real Madrid and Barcelona)."
