Mardok hopes to achieve even greater success with Arsenal.

In an interview, England striker Marduk said that Arsenal has laid a good foundation for the 2026/27 season and hopes to continue to achieve great results with the Gunners after winning the Premier League title last season.

In the 2026 Community Shield, Arsenal defeated Manchester City 3-0, successfully starting their new journey with the title. In the first round of the new Premier League season, Arteta's team defeated newly promoted Coventry City 3-0, thanks to goals from Havertz, Saka, and Odegaard, securing a winning start.

"I feel everyone is more free and comfortable, which feels great," said 24-year-old Marduk. "Obviously, winning the league title again after 22 years is an extraordinary achievement. Now we are back with the same mentality and hope to do it again, and even go further than we did last season."

"Manchester City beat us twice last season, so it felt fantastic to beat them and win our first trophy of the season, which set the tone for the rest of the season. The atmosphere in the subsequent game against Coventry was also fantastic. I think the atmosphere at the club became even more intense after we became champions."

Speaking about the signing of England defender Konsa, Maduk shared, "Konsa is a good friend of mine, and we've played together in the England national team for several years. I'm very happy that he's here. He's an excellent player, and I know he will not only be an important addition to the team but will also have a positive impact on the club. I'm already looking forward to seeing what we can achieve together."

“We all know we have to fight for our place every week, every game, and we know the team has a very good squad and the ability to compete on all fronts. We have a lot of national team players and top players in our squad, which is exactly what we need. It’s a great club and a fantastic environment. Before Konsa signed, I told him it was the best option he could make.”

Furthermore, Arsenal will travel to Aston Villa for their second Premier League match of the new season. Looking back at their head-to-head record, Arsenal have a record of 2 wins, 1 draw, and 2 losses in their last 5 encounters with Aston Villa.

Marduk said, "We must be wary of any team managed by Emery. He is an excellent manager, and everything he has done at Villa Park over the past three or four years has been amazing."

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