‘We Can Win It All’ – William Saliba Sets Quadruple Target as Arsenal Bid to End Trophy Drought

William Saliba believes Arsenal can win it all this season as Mikel Arteta’s side chase an ambitious quadruple and look to finally end their long wait for silverware

There is confidence at Arsenal right now — not the loud, chest-beating kind, but the calm belief that comes from knowing you are close. Very close. For William Saliba, that feeling has turned into a clear message to his teammates and the rest of English football: this Arsenal side can win it all.

Speaking ahead of another pivotal Premier League weekend, the French defender made no attempt to play down expectations. Instead, he leaned into them. Arsenal, he insists, are good enough to challenge on every front and capable of ending their trophy drought in the most dramatic way possible — by landing an unprecedented quadruple.

For a club that has spent recent seasons knocking on the door, often painfully so, Saliba’s words feel less like bravado and more like a statement of intent.

Arsenal flying high as belief grows across all competitions

There are plenty of reasons why confidence is surging through Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal this season. On paper, the numbers are impressive. On the pitch, the performances have been even better.

Arsenal currently sit two points clear of Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table, setting the pace in a title race that already feels relentless. In Europe, the Gunners have been flawless, winning all six of their Champions League group matches to finish top of the standings, conceding just once in the process.

Domestically, progress has followed a similar pattern. A tense midweek penalty shootout victory over Crystal Palace secured Arsenal’s place in the Carabao Cup semi-finals, where a two-legged London showdown with Chelsea awaits. Meanwhile, the FA Cup campaign begins in January with a third-round clash against Portsmouth — a competition Arsenal know better than most.

For Saliba, the situation is simple.

“We know that in every competition we play, we can win it,” he said. “But we have to show that on the pitch. We have to start winning trophies now.”

Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur – Premier League

‘We can win it all’ – Saliba sets the tone

Those four words — we can win it all — carry weight. Arsenal haven’t lifted a major trophy since their FA Cup triumph in 2020, a drought that has lingered despite steady progress under Arteta.

Saliba understands that belief alone means nothing without delivery.

“The mood is good,” he added, “but we know we are still in December and things can change quickly in football. We have to stay focused, keep believing, keep working. What matters is the end — when you’re holding the trophies — not before.”

It’s a measured outlook, but the ambition is unmistakable. Arsenal aren’t talking about near misses anymore. They’re talking about finishing the job.

Pain of past seasons driving Arsenal forward

If there’s one thing that fuels this Arsenal squad, it’s memory. The last few seasons have been full of promise — and frustration.

Three consecutive second-place finishes in the Premier League have left scars. Last season’s exits in the Champions League and Carabao Cup semi-finals only reinforced the feeling that Arsenal were close, but not quite there.

Rather than weaken belief, those disappointments have hardened it.

“You learn a lot from losing,” one senior figure inside the club recently admitted. “It hurts, but it also shows you what’s required.”

Saliba, still just 24, has grown into that mindset quickly. Once viewed as a long-term project, he is now one of the league’s most reliable centre-backs — calm under pressure, dominant in duels, and increasingly vocal.

Summer signings strengthen Arteta’s hand

Arsenal’s ambition hasn’t been built on words alone. The club backed Arteta heavily in the summer, reinforcing an already strong squad with players designed to take them from contenders to winners.

The arrivals of Martin Zubimendi, Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres brought quality, versatility and depth to key areas. Further additions — including Kepa Arrizabalaga, Piero Hincapie, Cristhian Mosquera, Christian Norgaard and Noni Madueke — ensured competition across the pitch.

For Saliba, that depth matters.

“When you want to win everything, you need a big squad,” he explained. “You need players who can come in and keep the level high.”

So far, that’s exactly what Arsenal have done.

Defensive excellence at the heart of Arsenal’s title push

If Arsenal are to truly win it all, their defence will be central to the mission. At the heart of it sits the formidable partnership between William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes.

Together, they have formed one of the most intimidating centre-back pairings in Europe. Arsenal have conceded just 10 goals in 17 Premier League matches, and only one goal across six Champions League fixtures — numbers that speak volumes.

Saliba’s composure complements Gabriel’s aggression, giving Arteta a balance that few teams can match.

Since arriving from Saint-Etienne in 2019, Saliba has made 152 appearances for Arsenal, steadily growing into a leader. His recent contract extension silenced speculation linking him with Real Madrid and underlined his commitment to winning trophies in north London.

“I feel at home here,” Saliba said earlier this season. “We have a good team, a good staff, a good coach. I wanted to stay and win titles with this club.”

Arteta’s belief mirrors Saliba’s ambition

Inside the Arsenal camp, Saliba’s words reflect a broader mindset set by Mikel Arteta. The manager has never shied away from ambition, even during periods when results lagged behind expectations.

After the midweek win over Crystal Palace, Arteta struck a familiar balance between satisfaction and caution.

“I’m very happy,” he said. “We’re in the semi-final, where we wanted to be. Considering the amount of changes we made, the cohesion and energy were excellent.”

Arteta also pointed to the fine margins Arsenal are beginning to control.

“We generated a lot,” he added. “The margin should have been bigger after 94 minutes.”

It’s that relentless demand for improvement — even after wins — that has pushed Arsenal to another level.

Brighton test another step in the journey

The next challenge comes in the form of Brighton & Hove Albion, with Fabian Hurzeler’s side visiting the Emirates at a time when every league fixture feels decisive.

Manchester City travel to Nottingham Forest earlier in the day, meaning Arsenal know the importance of maintaining pressure at the summit.

For Saliba and his teammates, these are the games that define seasons — not finals or parades, but cold afternoons where focus and discipline matter more than flair.

“This is where titles are won,” one Arsenal coach noted. “Consistency, concentration, and belief.”

Arsenal v Crystal Palace – Carabao Cup Quarter Final

Why this Arsenal side feels different

Plenty of Arsenal teams have promised success in the past. Few have felt as complete as this one.

There is youth, but also experience. Flair, but also control. Most importantly, there is a growing sense of resilience — the ability to respond when things don’t go perfectly.

Saliba embodies that evolution. Once a talent full of potential, he now speaks like someone who expects to win.

“We want everything,” he said earlier this season. “We play every competition to win.”

That mentality, shared across the squad, may finally be what turns Arsenal’s near-misses into medals.

Whether the quadruple remains a dream or becomes reality will be decided over the months ahead. But one thing is clear: Arsenal are no longer just hoping.

As William Saliba boldly put it — they believe they can win it all.