Theo Walcott: Arsenal better suited for Champions League than Premier League

Former Arsenal winger Theo Walcott claims the Gunners may be better suited to winning the Champions League than the Premier League due to their playing style.

Arsenal qualified for the last 16 after finishing third in the league stage, following a 2-1 win over Girona on Wednesday night.

Under manager Mikel Arteta, Arsenal have prided themselves on having a solid defence, conceding only three goals in Europe this season.

Speaking to BreakingNews.ie, Walcott suggested their playing style could make them more likely to succeed in the Champions League.

"Having a number nine would be great, of course, but they can be a bit slow at times, and you can frustrate teams in this. Cup competitions are one-off games.

"Defensive structure—they don't concede many. You look at teams that have won it, like Chelsea, who haven’t been glamorous in their play.

"At times, I’ll be honest, Arsenal are not always glamorous to watch in the Champions League, but they get the job done, and that's what matters in cup matches.

"With myself, winning the FA Cup—no one remembers the game before that, they remember you winning the FA Cup."

As of writing, Arsenal are in second place in the Premier League, six points behind Liverpool, who have a game in hand.

One major criticism of Arsenal this season has been their lack of a proper striker, with Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus often leading the line.

After having a bid for Aston Villa striker Ollie Watkins rejected, Arsenal's current attacking options will have to suffice until the end of the season.

This is the third straight season in which Arsenal are the main challengers for the Premier League title, with Manchester City's unexpected dip in form leaving them in a two-horse race with Liverpool.

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