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Rosicky backs star duo Ozil, Alexis Sanchez to lead Arsenal to title

Arsenal midfielder Tomas Rosicky believes the duo of Mesut Ozil and Alexis Sanchez can lead the club to Premier League glory this season.

The North Londoners are currently placed third in the league table, five points behind leaders Leicester City who they will face in a crucial clash at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday.

As Arsenal get set for the all-important season run-in, Rosicky is confident that the exploits of star German playmaker Ozil and hard-working Chilean forward Sanchez can guide Arsene Wenger's men towards the title.

"Mesut was always a special talent and you could see that when he arrived here," he told Arsenal Player.

"He was out for some time last season so he couldn't find his rhythm, but now, after playing since the start of the season, everyone here can see [how big a talent he is].

"Him and Alexis are the game changers. Both of them have the strength to win games, so it's vital for the team's title chances that they perform well.

"The best thing that I like about Mesut is that he's not forcing the final passes. We all know he has a great final ball but you can see that he only plays it when the game gives him that opportunity.

"If it's not there then he's not forcing it and he's combining with other team-mates instead. That's the thing I like most about him."

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