🔗 Share this article 'People are afraid' - the reasons 'juggernaut' Arsenal have become the side to defeat. Gabriel Magalhaes rejoices Arsenal's win over Crystal Palace It's clear why Arsenal are now countless pundits' preferred choice to secure the Premier League during this term. Examine their performances against Fulham and Crystal Palace versus those identical matches in the previous campaign. The Gunners have beaten all of them during this campaign, but lost 10 points across those games as they fell away in the title race previously. Impenetrable Rearguard Arsenal's backline resilience is a crucial element why they are appearing strong to finally fulfil their title ambition. They stand first for unbreached games (6), goals conceded (3), opposition efforts (72), dangerous chances allowed (19) and xGA (5.3). The defensive partnership of Gabriel and William Saliba is potentially the strongest in the league, with Arsenal recording a clean sheet in six of their first nine games. Set-Piece Proficiency Their threat from set-pieces is widely recognized, but competing clubs still find it difficult to contain the Gunners from these opportunities. They have scored 11 times from set-pieces in the league, several additional than any other side, with 69% of their goals resulting from these situations. "Arsenal can perform multiple roles now. The whole team has a daunting aura. People are just afraid of them and it is excellent to see." Championship Pedigree What is particularly notable about Arsenal's beginning to the campaign is they have also played Manchester United, Liverpool and Newcastle United at opposition grounds and Manchester City on home turf - and are still four points clear at the top. While they continue triumphing, their traditional rivals face difficulties. This marks the first time at this stage of the season since 1992 that none of Manchester City and United, Liverpool or Chelsea are in the Premier League top four. The scrutiny was on boss Mikel Arteta at the outset, having spent around £250m on eight summer additions in quest of that coveted first title since 2004. But the business has so far proven successful in remarkable manner, with his side second top scorers in the league and possessing the strongest defense, despite several injuries. Unbreached games in three straight Premier League games Nearly 6.5 hours without allowing a goal Only a trio of goals in 12 games across all competitions Former players and pundits have described Arteta's men as a "juggernaut, looking hard to stop" with the whole club now performing with confidence and determination.