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Arsenal ace Rice: We now have a never-say-die attitude

Arsenal's “never-say-die attitude" is fuelling an impressive title charge so far this season.

The Gunners defeated Luton Town 4-3 in the Premier League on Tuesday night.

Despite being level in stoppage time, a Declan Rice 97th minute header stole all the points.

Post-game, Rice told reporters: “Last year, they [Arsenal] were eight points clear and obviously lost the title.

“This year, there seems to be a different feel around the place in terms of being stern, being steady, being composed in big moments.

“Tonight, Luton caused us a massive threat and it looked like we were going to drop points.

“But this season, it's that never-say-die attitude that we've got that we keep pushing, keep fighting to the end, and I think that's our fifth goal in added time.

“We should start scoring a bit earlier! But to score in added time, it shows what we are made of and we will never stop believing."

“I have always believed in my ability," he added.

“When I signed with Arsenal I was fully confident I could come here and perform at a really high level.

“But also, it is about staying level-headed, staying focused and not letting your feet get off the ground."

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