There is something about Arsenal ahead of this season that makes you think they could surprise a few critics as we approach the Premier League opener at Crystal Palace. Mikel Arteta's side has grown quickly and signs during the pre-season suggest they are ready to go that extra bit further and get Champions League football.
The Gunners are 10/11 favourites with Betfred ahead of their trip to Selhurst Park while Patrick Vieira's side are 17/5. The Eagles managed to get four points out of their north London neighbours last season including a 3-0 win at home in April which is 66/1 if it were to happen again.
While a documentary may keep some people pre-occupied going into the new season, Arteta will have his sights on a top four finish and with his side looking more like a group of players he wants and can work with - you cannot help but to perhaps back them to return there at 6/4.
