Best team in Europe claim made about Arsenal ahead of crucial Premier League test

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke has spoken with huge respect about Arsenal ahead of their Premier League meeting at Elland Road.

The German coach described the visitors as the strongest side in England and across Europe so far this season.

Arsenal travel to Yorkshire with their title push still very much alive despite recent league struggles.

Leeds, however, head into the contest full of belief after an impressive run of form in all competitions.

Farke made it clear that the challenge ahead will not silence his team.

He believes his players must rise to their highest level to compete with such strong opposition.

Farke praises Arsenal strength before Elland Road clash

Speaking before the match, Farke was open about the scale of the task facing his side.

He stressed that Arsenal have set the standard in the league and beyond this season.

Farke said: “We know we face the best side in the Premier League so far.

“We face the best side in Europe so far. I don’t take any encouragement and I’m far away from thinking, underestimating Arsenal’s strength or think right now they are not in the best possible position.”

Those words underline the level of respect Leeds hold for their opponents. Farke made it clear there would be no comfort to be drawn from Arsenal’s recent results.

The Arsenal side arriving at Elland Road have failed to win their last three league games.

Despite that run, Farke expects a strong response from Mikel Arteta’s team.

He believes the Gunners will arrive sharp, focused, and ready to prove a point. From his view, the recent results do not reflect Arsenal’s actual level.

Leeds confident but cautious against title-chasing Gunners

Farke also spoke about how Leeds should approach the game without fear.

He wants his team to stay brave and competitive throughout the contest.

He added: “I think they will be back to their very best at the weekend, but this doesn’t mean that we should shy away or have to crumble anyhow. So even if Arsenal is at its best anyhow, we want to make sure that we are competitive.”

That message has been clear in Leeds’ preparation for the fixture. The manager wants strong focus, discipline, and belief from his players.

Leeds form offers genuine hope heading into the match. The hosts have lost only once in their last eleven games across all competitions.

That run has helped build confidence within the squad and among the supporters.

Elland Road is expected to provide a loud and intense atmosphere once again.

For Arsenal, the match is an opportunity to regain momentum and solidify their lead at the top of the league.

For Leeds, it serves as a test of their progress against the best team in Europe right now.

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