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Arsenal midfielder Xhaka: Chelsea win must be our standard

Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka says victory at Chelsea set the standard for the remainder of the season.

The resounding win was a shock given Arsenal had lost three on the spin and looked like fading away in another dismal season that would heap more pressure on boss Mikel Arteta.

They have six games left and face a tough end to a busy week by hosting top-four rivals Manchester United on Saturday.

“The last three games were very disappointing for us, with zero points after three games," said Xhaka.

"It is not what we wanted, but what we wanted was to show a reaction and I think, over 90 minutes, we deserved to win the game.

“We are there now again.

"We have six final games and the next one is Manchester United on Saturday.

"We have to show the same character, the same spirit.

"We want to take the three points, we want to keep it going at home. And after next week, I think, will be quieter for us."

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