Arsenal target back-to-back Premier League titles as new season begins

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal begin their quest for back-to-back Premier League titles when they face Coventry in Friday’s season opener.

The reigning English champions are aiming to secure consecutive top-flight crowns for the first time since 1935.

Upon his arrival at the north London club, the Spanish manager outlined a five-step blueprint to restore former glories.

Having successfully returned the team to the pinnacle of domestic football, the focus now shifts to establishing a lasting dynasty.

Surpassing the Wenger era

Not even legendary former boss Arsene Wenger managed to retain the league trophy during his celebrated tenure.

Both the double-winning sides and the famous ‘Invincibles’ failed to back up their historic achievements with an immediate title.

The current coaching staff is reportedly using this unique opportunity to make history as a primary motivational tool for the squad.

Addressing attacking shortcomings

Despite their domestic triumph, analysts believe the Gunners must improve their attacking efficiency from open play to maintain their dominance.

The joyous title celebrations masked a painful Champions League final defeat against Paris Saint-Germain last season.

In that European showpiece, the English side remarkably failed to register a single shot on target for 114 minutes after taking an early lead.

Seeking tactical evolution

While exceptional in defence and from set-pieces, their predictability going forward remains a clear area for development.

Statistics from the previous campaign revealed they ranked outside the top three teams for key open-play attacking metrics.

The forthcoming fixture against newly-promoted Coventry will provide the first indication of whether they have successfully evolved their offensive strategies.