Jurrien Timber has urged Arsenal to stay grounded after extending their lead at the top of the Premier League table.
Following a weekend where title rivals Liverpool, Manchester City, and Chelsea all suffered defeats, the Gunners’ 1-0 win over Crystal Palace pushed them four points clear of surprise second-placed Bournemouth. The victory marked Arsenal’s seventh straight win across all competitions, placing them six points ahead of City and seven clear of defending champions Liverpool.
It was another strong week for Mikel Arteta’s side, who also recorded a third consecutive Champions League victory with a 4-0 triumph over Atletico Madrid. Their dominant form has reignited hopes among fans that Arsenal could finally end their two-decade wait for a Premier League title, last won in the 2003/04 season.
But Timber cautioned against overconfidence. “It’s good to stay neutral and not get too high,” the Dutch defender said. “We’ve been doing well, but it’s still early in the season. We just have to keep improving game by game.”
The 24-year-old added, “We have a Cup match against Brighton in three days and another tough Premier League game with Burnley after that. So, we need to keep our feet on the ground and keep working hard. From there, we’ll see what happens.”
Arsenal’s remarkable start has been underpinned by a rock-solid defence, conceding just three goals in 13 matches across all competitions. The clean sheet against Palace was their fifth in a row.
“Everyone plays a part in it,” Timber said. “It’s a great foundation to build on, and from there, we need to stay consistent and keep getting better. It gives us confidence and shows how well we’re doing — but we have to keep improving and carry that same mindset into every game.”
