Former Premier League striker Troy Deeney has warned Arsenal supporters that their behaviour could play a decisive role in whether the club finally ends its long wait for a league title.

Speaking after Arsenal’s recent poor run of form — one defeat and two draws in their last three matches — Deeney pointed to the reaction of the home crowd, particularly the boos following the loss to Manchester United, as a worrying sign.

According to Deeney, Arsenal possess enough quality on the pitch to win the Premier League, but the atmosphere at the Emirates Stadium tells a different story. He believes anxiety spreads quickly from the stands to the players whenever something goes wrong.

Deeney recalled attending Arsenal’s home match against Brighton, where the Gunners were cruising at 2–0 before conceding. The moment Brighton scored, confidence drained from the crowd, creating tension that could be felt throughout the stadium.

He argues that this lack of belief is rooted in Arsenal’s long absence from title success. After more than two decades without lifting the Premier League trophy, the fanbase struggles to remain calm under pressure, often expecting things to fall apart before they actually do.

While Arsenal are favourites in most remaining fixtures, Deeney feels they rarely look like a team fully convinced of their own dominance. Too often, he says, their best football only appears once they take a comfortable lead.

The former Watford captain also dismissed comparisons between the current Arsenal side and legendary teams such as the Invincibles of 2004 or Manchester United’s 2008 squad, calling them unrealistic.

Deeney believes senior players must take responsibility during tense moments, showing composure and sending a clear message to supporters that the situation is under control. Without that leadership, nervous energy from the crowd could undermine Arsenal’s title charge.

With a difficult trip to Elland Road against Leeds next, Deeney insists Arsenal should be travelling with confidence — but questions whether the fanbase will allow that confidence to breathe if things do not go perfectly.

In his view, there is only one solution to the anxiety surrounding the club: winning the league. Until then, the pressure — from both inside and outside the stadium — will remain intense.