"In Thailand, we don't have as large a fanbase as Manchester United or Liverpool, but in the past three or four seasons, it seems there's been an increase in younger fans due to the team becoming a serious title contender."
"Winning a major trophy, especially the Premier League, is crucial to the club and to the fans because we haven't won the championship for 22 years."
"If we lose we will repeat the same pattern. If we win, I'm confident we will become Premier League champions and deserve it."
"I believe the board has confidence in him as well. But anything can happen in football."
Arsenal's fanbase in Thailand has been growing, particularly among younger fans, due to the team's recent title contention. Despite being called 'The Guards' for finishing as runners-up, the community has expanded beyond Bangkok to other provinces. Winning a major trophy, especially the Premier League, is crucial for the club and its supporters after a 22-year championship drought. Confidence in manager Mikel Arteta remains, but concerns about his experience at the championship level exist. The upcoming City game is seen as pivotal for the team's title aspirations.
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