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| Mathieu Flamini admits Arsenal are a long way from the Premier League title |
ARSENAL star Mathieu Flamini has warned talk of a Premier League title challenge could be distracting after his side’s victory against Manchester City.
Goals from Theo Walcott and Olivier Giroud helped the Gunners to a 2-1 win over Manuel Pellegrini’s side and moved them two points behind league leaders Leicester City.
But Frenchman Flamini, who stretched his unbeaten run at the Emirates to 52 games, admitted talk of a title challenge could be distracting as there is still a long way to go this season.
"We play against them quite regularly so we know what to expect. We played well with great solidarity and I’m pleased for everyone, the players and the fans, and it was an early Christmas present," he said.
"We are very far from winning the title because it's not a sprint, it's a marathon. We're doing well at the moment and the communication on the pitch, the team spirit and the football is amazing.
"We enjoyed it because there was a lot of emotion on the pitch, off the pitch and we were victorious so I am so pleased for everyone."
Mesut Ozil produced another impressive display against City and Flamini is pleased the German international is finally proving his critics wrong.
”I’m happy for him because he's a top guy on the pitch and off it as well," he added. "We knew he was a top player and he's proving it every day. Everyone in the team is happy for him and we're pleased to have him on our side."
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