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David Raya has declared that intense competition for starting positions is driving Arsenal's exceptional run, with the goalkeeper asserting that the squad's depth under Mikel Arteta is so remarkable that they can compete for several trophies this season.

Dominant Wins Showcase The Gunners' Prowess

The North London club's recent 4-0 triumph over Atlético Madrid marked their sixth straight victory and tenth triumph in 12 matches. Having let in just three goals—a record low at this stage in the team's legacy—they have established a narrow advantage at the top of the table and a perfect record in the European competition after three outings.

Squad Changes and Depth Key to Success

The goalkeeper has featured in nearly every game, except for one domestic cup fixture, but the manager has consistently rotated the team following heavy spending on recruits. In response about chasing multiple trophies, he responded, "Absolutely, I believe so. The depth is amazing. There are many players who can excel in two, three, or four roles."

For instance, against Atlético, Mikel Merino came on as a forward and can also play as a central midfielder or No 10. Such flexibility is available to the manager, and he's using it to our advantage. It's looking extremely promising, and that depth is very important for us.

Competition Drives Standards

The Spain international added, "That provides an additional edge in training and games because if you're not at it, you can lose instantly. It creates healthy competitiveness in training and during matches, which is really, really important, and the whole squad accepts it."

Strong Defense a Team Achievement

The team have let in just a single goal from regular play so far, and Raya has faced only one shot on target in their last three wins against Atlético, Fulham, and West Ham.

"It's a collective effort from the forwards to the goalie," Raya explained. "Each player is committed, no one wants to concede, and the goal is to cut out passes before it reaches the halfway line. If we intercept, we can launch a fast break. It's crucial for the entire team to understand this mentality, and opponents aren't creating many chances, which is perfect."