Arsenal have won all four of their opening Premier League matches, including a statement 2-1 victory over Chelsea, to sit at the top of the table. They have also made a winning start to their UEFA Champions League campaign, defeating Napoli 1-0 away from home through Martin Odegaard\u2019s goal. <\/p>\r\n\r\n
White, who has started all four league games and provided an assist, reflected on Arsenal\u2019s journey to last season\u2019s Premier League title and said the success was the result of years of collective effort.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cIt was an amazing season last season, and I feel so lucky to have been part of it. All the hard work we put in over the last five years finally paid off. There were tough times along the way, moments when things did not go our way, but we kept believing in each other and kept pushing,\u201d White told Jio Hotstar.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThat is what makes this success so special. It is not just about one season. It is about the journey we have been on together as a group. Now we want to build on this and keep winning,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Arsenal have carried their form into the new campaign, and White said the early results have lifted confidence within the squad.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cWinning the first four games of the season, including the win over Chelsea, has given us a lot of confidence. The mood in the dressing room is high, and everyone is pushing each other,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cBut we know it\u2019s a long season. We can\u2019t get carried away. It\u2019s about maintaining this level, carrying on the momentum, and staying focused. There will be tough moments ahead, and we must be ready for them. If we keep working hard and stick together, we can go on to win the Premier League on the trot,\" he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
White also credited manager Mikel Arteta for creating a strong atmosphere around the club and at the Emirates Stadium, saying the support from the fans has become a major source of energy for the players.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cThe boss has done so much to create the electric atmosphere at our home ground, and he has absolutely nailed it because now it is one of the best in the league. The fans have bought into what he is building,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cOn matchdays, the Emirates Stadium is loud and behind us from the first whistle. That energy drives us on the pitch. It is a huge advantage for us, and a lot of credit goes to the manager for making it happen,\u201d he added.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
White feels that competition for places within the squad has also helped raise standards in training.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cYou want to play every game. You want to be on the pitch as much as possible. But this squad has so much quality that you have to accept the manager\u2019s decisions. It\u2019s about being ready whenever your chance comes and supporting your teammates when you\u2019re not playing. We all push each other in training, and that makes the whole group stronger,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The defender also spoke about the connection between the Arsenal players and supporters, saying the fans can make a difference during difficult moments.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
\u201cYou want to play every game. You want to be on the pitch as much as possible. But this squad has so much quality that you have to accept the manager\u2019s decisions. It\u2019s about being ready whenever your chance comes and supporting your teammates when you\u2019re not playing. We all push each other in training, and that makes the whole group stronger,\u201d he said.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Arsenal\u2019s early-season run has seen them combine a perfect Premier League record with a 1-0 Champions League victory at Napoli, giving Arteta\u2019s side a strong start on both domestic and European fronts.<\/p>\r\n\r\n