Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice is confident that his team is ready for their crucial Premier League clash against Manchester City on Sunday. The Gunners are seeking to bounce back from their Carabao Cup final defeat and strengthen their bid for a first Premier League title in 22 years. Rice, who has been recovering from an illness, played the full game against Sporting Lisbon and is now fully fit for the showdown against City.
He believes that a win at the Etihad would be a massive statement and is eager to eradicate the hurt from their previous defeat. Rice has been hailed as a leader by former Arsenal captain Patrick Vieira, who praised his drive and engine on the field. However, not everyone is convinced of Rice's ability to make a big impact, with Roy Keane questioning his leadership qualities.
Despite this, Rice remains focused on the task at hand and is determined to help his team succeed. The match against City is expected to be a thrilling encounter, with Arsenal looking to prove themselves as title contenders. With six games remaining in the Premier League, the pressure is on, but Rice is confident that his team is up for the challenge.