According to Granit Xhaka, Arsenal has what it takes to contend for championships on two fronts.

After a 2-2 draw against Sporting on Thursday, Arsenal, who lead the Premier League by five points, resumed Europa League play.

PHOTO | COURTESY Arsenal's Granit in action in a past match

The last-16 match is now perfectly positioned for The second leg to take place at the Emirates Stadium. following week.

Before that, Mikel Arteta's team will go to Fulham on Sunday, which might be challenging.

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When asked if the Arsenal team has the attitude to handle playing twice a week as they pursue both domestic and European glory, Xhaka responded, "Definitely.

"As you can see, every team that plays against us plays differently. Xhaka added, they frequently drop things, and occasionally they press against us as well".

"But this happens when you are in first place in the League; there is undoubtedly much more pressure than before. Yet, we are doing well overall. The team has a positive mentality, so let's work to maintain that".

PHOTO | COURTESY Xhaka believes that Arsenal can handle pressure on top

The lead at the top comes to two points before Arsenal start at Craven Cottage if closest rivals Manchester City play first.

After Arteta made six substitutions in Portugal, Aaron Ramsdale, Thomas Partey, and Gabriel Magalhaes will make their Fulham comebacks.

Nonetheless, there are concerns regarding captain Martin Odegaard, who travelled to Lisbon but missed the game after feeling ill.

According to the PA news agency, Arsenal had initially planned to go home on Friday following a brief training session in Lisbon.

Because several players contracted a sickness in camp, those plans were altered, and the team flew back to London on Thursday night instead.

According to reports, Kieran Tierney, Fabio Vieira, and Reiss Nelson have reportedly been hospitalized with minor symptoms besides Odegaard.

PHOTO | COURTESY Arsenal hope to extend their lead on top of EPL

Gabriel Jesus was initially supposed to be on the plane to attend the Friday session, but the plan change prevented him from going.

As soon as the schedule changed, Arteta realized there was no point in sending the forward to Portugal while he was still preparing for his post-knee surgery comeback.

When asked if Jesus' return would help the team, Xhaka responded, "Definitely. Since we also lost Eddie (Nketiah), it's much more crucial to have Gabi back".

"Leandro (Trossard) can also play in this position despite an injury. We know that Gabi can aid this team. Therefore, I'm hoping that he will gradually recover. He is essential to us because of his attitude and demeanour".