David Raya Makes Bold Arsenal Trophy Claim Ahead Of Real Madrid Clash

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David Raya is confident Arsenal will win a trophy soon, hailing his team as ‘incredible’.

Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has made a confident declaration about the club’s future, asserting that it is “just a matter of time” before the Gunners secure a major trophy. As Arsenal prepares for a high-stakes Champions League quarter-final clash against Real Madrid, Raya’s optimism has injected a sense of belief among fans and teammates alike.

The Spanish international, who joined Arsenal in 2023, has yet to lift silverware with the club. However, his faith in the team’s potential remains steadfast. Speaking about life at Arsenal, Raya described the club as “a great, great place to be” and praised the “incredible” team spirit that fuels their ambitions. He emphasized that the squad is moving in the right direction and that success is inevitable.

While Arsenal’s Premier League title hopes are slim this season, with a significant gap to league leaders Liverpool, the Champions League represents their last opportunity for glory. The Gunners have impressed in their journey to the quarter-finals but face a formidable challenge in Real Madrid, the reigning champions and 15-time European Cup winners.

gettyimages 2204190315 612x612 1 — LONDON, ENGLAND – MARCH 12: Arsenal team group of (br) Raheem Sterling, Oleksandr Zinchenko, Jakub Kiwior, Mikel Merino, David Raya, (fr) Myles Lewis-Skelly, Declan Rice, Jorginho, Ben White and Kieran Tierney before the UEFA Champions League 2024/25 UEFA Champions League 2024/25 Round of 16 Second Leg match between Arsenal FC and PSV at Emirates Stadium on March 12, 2025 in London, England. (Photo by Nigel French/Sportsphoto/Allstar via Getty Images)

Raya expressed excitement about the upcoming clash, calling it the type of game that every player dreams of participating in. “Everybody wants to win the Champions League, and everybody knows how hard it is,” he said. “But we are very, very excited to see where that goes.”

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has urged the team to embrace the challenge and believe in their ability to compete with Europe’s elite. Arteta highlighted the importance of consistency and attention to detail as the Gunners aim to make history in the competition.

As Arsenal gears up for their showdown with Real Madrid, the team’s focus and determination will be put to the test. Whether or not they achieve Champions League glory this season, Raya’s bold claim serves as a testament to the progress the club has made and the bright future that lies ahead.