By Simon Peach, Press Association

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It has been more than eight years since Arsenal last won a trophy - a drought Theo Walcott believes the current squad can bring to an end this season.

Arsene Wenger has won three league titles and four FA Cups during his time at the Gunners helm, although there has been nothing added to that trophy collection since 2005.

It is a stick often used to beat the north Londoners with, but maybe not for much longer.

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On target: Walcott scored against Arsenal in the 2-1 Champions League win over Marseille

On target: Walcott scored against Arsenal in the 2-1 Champions League win over Marseille

Despite missing a host of first-team players through injury, Arsenal opened up their Champions League campaign with a 2-1 win at Marseille on Wednesday.

That was a club record 10th successive win on the road, highlighting why Walcott believes that barren run may soon be coming to an end.

'I think we'll push on and we can definitely challenge this year, for sure,' he said.

'There is so much belief in this team at the moment and I think it's showing. We just need to make sure we get that home form going now, the away form is absolutely fantastic.

Drought: Arsenal's last trophy was the FA Cup in 2005

Drought: Arsenal's last trophy was the FA Cup in 2005

'It's 10 successive wins away from home, someone told me in the dressing room. It's a record. I didn't know that until after the game.

'To be part of a team that has done that, in the amount of years that Arsenal have existed, is a great honour and a great achievement for everyone.

'It just shows how good and how talented these players are.

'We haven't got the biggest squad in the world and we've got a lot of injuries, which doesn't help, but the players that are playing and contributing and the players that aren't playing as well, it's important that everyone is focused.

Fired up: Walcott celebrates his goal against Marseille with Olivier Giroud

Fired up: Walcott celebrates his goal against Marseille with Olivier Giroud

'We've got to stay fit, which is crucial as well - we don't want to lose any more players.

'As soon as the players come back there is going to be more competition for places as well. That's only going to be a good thing for Arsenal.'

Arsenal's threadbare squad will be stretched over the coming weeks, with league matches against Stoke, West Brom and Swansea before the month is out.

There is no let-up in October, with vital Group F clash with Napoli and Borussia Dortmund at the Emirates Stadium.

Much to ponder: Wenger has come under criticism for Arsenal's barren spell

Much to ponder: Wenger has come under criticism for Arsenal's barren spell

Jack Wilshere believes they can go onto win the group following victory in Marseille, but Walcott is urging caution.

'We don't want to look too far ahead,' said the forward, who opened the scoring at the Stade Velodrome.

'We've got to concentrate on Sunday against Stoke first of all.

Hopeful: Wilshere believes Arsenal can win their Champions League group

Hopeful: Wilshere believes Arsenal can win their Champions League group

'It's a great start to the competition. We've got players who are playing fantastically well.

'We always felt we didn't want to lose, so to get the three points was an absolute bonus.'

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13 league titles!! Wow Said no one ever - emce, Lincoln, 20/09/2013 16:30 I bet Chelsea and spurs fans have.

13 league titles!! Wow Said no one ever

Hear they come Wiltshire next followed by the pole in goal A Smith's song come to mind whenever Walcott opens his mouth and it ain't This charming man. zzzx

They say this EVERY season and EVERY season they end up trophy less but gloat and praise Wenger as a God for getting them 4th place - Matt1986, Kent, 20/9/2013 13:31 - Could be worse, could be praised for getting 5th place....Those 13 league titles must of been a figment of my imagination if we win nothing EVERY season? Still, could be worse we could be like you beggars and say "Next season" EVERY season.... from a club with 2 titles ever, that's an absolute classic.

Theo says this every couple of months

- keith0850 , Falkirk, 20/9/2013 13:34 ........... Thanks for replying but I've to clarify that I'm referring to this season so far. But of course the season is still early to judge, and I hope he improves fast before he loses his place in the starting line-up since Wenger is spoilt for choice in the midfield when everyone is fit.

- Son of Gunner , Singapore, Singapore, 20/9/2013 12:41 Walcott scored 14 premier league goals last season, primarily from a right wing position. He also provided a number of assists. How can he be the worst player in a squad that contains players such as Frimpong?

They say this EVERY season and EVERY season they end up trophy less but gloat and praise Wenger as a God for getting them 4th place.

So I hope you have your pumps John Doe, when your heart gives way I hope you are with friends, ya going to need them

Correct me if I'm wrong. I thought Walcott is presently the worst player in the Arsenal squad. He gave the ball away often and missed many chances to score. Gibbs & Ramsey have been performing remarkably well while the younger & newer Gunners like Ox & Jenkinson have improved by leaps and bounds. If Walcott can play well consistently and give those deadly finish he's capable of, then surely there will be more than just one trophy in the cabinet.

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