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Gilberto’s big fear
Gilberto fears that Arsenal’s three-season run without a trophy will go on.
The Brazilian ended his six-year spell with the Gunners earlier this month, agreeing a move to Panathinaikos.[>
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The midfielder’s departure followed the exits of Mathieu Flamini and Alexander Hleb, while speculation continues about the future of Emmanuel Adebayor.[>
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Since Arsenal’s Premier League title in 2004 and FA Cup win in 2005, Chelsea and Manchester United have dominated. [>
It won’t be easy as the other teams are stronger than last year. Arsenal will have a hard season
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But Gilberto, 31, hopes Arsene Wenger’s side can build on their improved showing last term. “They need to start winning things,” he said. “Of course there is massive pressure, but people cannot forget they are a young side and have a lot to improve, to grow and to learn. [>
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“But it will be very important to them if they win something this year.[>
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“It won’t be easy as the other teams are stronger than last year. Arsenal will have a hard season.”[>