Arsenal legend Ian Wright admits Robin van Persie is carrying the team at the moment.

Wright is quick to admit the in-form Dutchman has been the driving force behind a resurgence which has seen them climb to seventh in the table.

He told The Sun: "With Van Persie playing, you really do feel differently going into games right now as an Arsenal fan.

"He gives you that kind of confidence and I think the boys played pretty well in general against Chelsea.

"People talk about how badly both sides defended, but I'm not really bothered about that. I'm more pleased with the fact Arsenal were able to come from behind.

"It is a worry about how many goals they are conceding, but it was great to see them kick on again and again. It proves the fantastic character within the squad."