Former England striker Michael Owen has played down Arsenal’s chances of winning the Quadruple this season, despite the club remaining in contention across all four major competitions.
The Gunners secured their place in the Carabao Cup final after defeating Chelsea 4–2 on aggregate in the semi-finals, extending an impressive run under manager Mikel Arteta and fueling talk of a historic campaign.
Strong Position Across Competitions
Arsenal are enjoying an outstanding season on multiple fronts. They sit six points clear at the top of the Premier League table, completed their UEFA Champions League group stage with a perfect record, and remain in the FA Cup, where they are scheduled to face Wigan Athletic in the fourth round.
Those achievements have prompted speculation about a potential Quadruple, but Owen believes the demands of competing on all fronts will ultimately prove too much.
“The league is obviously nearly wrapped up, and yes, they could win the Carabao Cup,” Owen said while speaking on talkSPORT.
FA Cup and Champions League Seen as Major Obstacles
According to Owen, Arsenal’s greatest challenges will come in the FA Cup and the Champions League, where competition intensifies as the season progresses.
“The other two are going to be absolutely tough,” he said.
Owen explained that teams already out of the Premier League title race are likely to prioritise the FA Cup as their best opportunity for silverware.
“All the other clubs will be focused on the FA Cup to salvage their seasons, and they will put out strong teams,” he added.
He also highlighted the unpredictable nature of the Champions League, noting that European competition often hinges on fine margins rather than domestic dominance.
“The Champions League could be anybody’s,” Owen concluded.
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