Commeth the Hour, Commeth the Man: Five Reasons Why Arsenal Can Win in 2010-2011

As the World Cup begins to draw to an end with what is set to be a thrilling finale, the attention will slowly make its way to the commencement of the 2010-2011 season. A season that will surely be better than the last; a season that should see the once dominant "Big Four" become a tough, gritty "Top Eight".

Amongst that elusive and prestigious "Top Eight" will be the hugely entertaining Arsenal. With Arsene Wenger at the helm, the North London side will be aiming to finally break their five year trophy drought this coming season. With the squad they currently boast, that is by every means a possibility.

The Gunners have been unlucky not to have secured at least one piece of silverware over their five season drought. Injuries have played a glaring role in Wenger's inability to blossom with his evidently talented bunch of youngsters. But after much time and nurturing, the Frenchman has created an experienced, organised team that can very much go the whole hurdle in both the Premier and Champions League.

Assuming the likes of Cesc Fabregas and Robin van Persie fulfil their contract desires and remain at the Emirates, it is highly likely Arsenal will succeed in 2010-2011.

1.Depth

Over the past few years injuries have decimated Arsenal squads. At vital stages, injuries have interfered with the Arsenal formation and forced Wenger to utilize a lacklustre side. It is hard to believe that this season will be different. It is likely Arsenal will once again lose an astounding number of players due to injury.

However, Arsenal now boast sufficient depth to see them through the tidal wave of health disasters. Thanks to numerous loan spells, the once "Baby Gunners" now look fit to conquer the Premier League and European stage. No longer are they needed to entertain for a few hours in the League Cup.

The likes of Henri Lansbury, Nacer Barazite, Craig Eastmond, Jay Emmanuel-Thomas, Sead Hajrovic, Mark Randall, Thomas Cruise, Kyle Bartley, Harvard Nordtveit, Gavin Hoyte, Connor Henderson, Gilles Sunu and Sanchez Watts are all capable of performing credibly for the Gunners at the highest level if necessary.

All have experienced loan spells and are held at the highest calibre in Arsenal youth system. There is no reason why these youngsters cannot fulfil the requirements when injuries devastate Arsenal.

2.Maturity

One aspect of a player's game that is glorious to watch under Wenger's impressive guidance is maturity. Last season we witnessed the likes of Alexandre Song, Nicklas Bendtner, Abou Diaby, and Samir Nasri mature and become vital parts of the Arsenal roster. This season should be no different, as each will mature further.  In addition, Denilson Pereira Neves, Carlos Vela, Kieran Gibbs, Armand Traore, Theo Walcott, and Lukasz Fabianski are expected to mature and develop as well.

This will ensure Arsenal and the footballing world can no longer use the excuse that Arsenal is too young and inexperienced. This Arsenal side are no longer boys; they are now men capable of fulfilling their potential.

3.Formation

2009/2010 saw Wenger opt to drop his routine 4-4-2 and begin a new, attacking, flowing 4-3-3. It began to work with great effect. Arsenal started their campaign with a host of goals, blowing their opponents off the park. Injuries and confidence began to take toll and the hugely threatening attack stemmed. However, come the opening day of the Premier League season, one can expect to see a refreshed, highly explosive Arsenal side.

Wenger has had a chance to trial the 4-3-3 for a full season and now, with further study and examination, as well as hopefully the arrival of an attacking midfielder, Wenger should be able to conduct an even stronger, sharper Arsenal attack.

4.Hunger

The 2010-2011 season is Wenger's last on contract. This could very well be the end of his tenure with the club. This being the case, mixed in with the fact that the Gunners have not won anything since 2004/2005, the hunger and desire to win will be immense. Quite frankly, the Arsenal team needs to win something if they are still to have the same respect from their opponents and fans.

With Manchester City sooner or later going to become an expensive powerhouse, and Tottenham improving by the season, it may be easy for Arsenal to fall behind, and they may struggle to keep up. It seems unlikely though with Wenger at the helm, and with the current financial situation, plus their hugely talented roster, but don't rule it out.

5.Arsene Wenger 

The Frenchman is easily one of the best managers to come into the Premier League. Quite simply, he is a genius. It is hard even to imagine with him leading and guiding from the front how the Gunners have failed to win trophies. As it is so often said in North London "In Arsene we trust."