Rio Ferdinand backs Arsenal’s defensive duo to challenge for Premier League title

Former Manchester United defender, Rio Ferdinand, has expressed confidence in Arsenal’s ability to challenge for the Premier League title this season. Speaking on TNT Sports after Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory against Brentford, Ferdinand highlighted the team’s impressive centre-back partnership of William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes.

Following a 1-1 draw between Manchester City and Liverpool, the win propelled Arsenal to the top of the table with 13 points. Ferdinand believes that the defensive strength exhibited by Saliba and Magalhaes positions Arsenal as strong contenders in the title race, especially when compared to Liverpool.

Arsenal currently boasts the best defensive record in the Premier League this season, conceding only 10 goals in 13 games. Ferdinand emphasized the trust and reliability of the defensive duo as a key factor that could propel Arsenal to challenge the likes of Manchester City for the Premier League title.