Micah Richards thinks he’s identified what is wrong with Arsenal’s attack right now

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Arsenal’s attack has not been clicking as of late.

It’s been a little while since the Gunners scored two goals in a game, and many of their individual talents are not shining.

Mikel Arteta is probably having sleepless nights trying to figure out what is wrong with his attack.

However, speaking on The Rest is Football, Micah Richards has claimed that he’s cracked the code of what is wrong with Arsenal’s attack right now.

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Micah Richards says confidence is the problem at Arsenal

Micah Richards believes Arsenal’s biggest problem right now is not tactics or talent, but confidence in the final third.

As the title race tightens, the spotlight has fallen on Arsenal’s front line. Chances have been created, but not taken, and performances have lacked the sharpness seen earlier in the season. Richards thinks the issue is clear when you look at the players involved.

“When you look at Arsenal’s front three. They’re not, they haven’t got the confidence that the other players have,” Richards said.

“They’re all good players. Martinelli is a good player. I know Gyokeres gets stick. He’s a very good player. And Madueke too, I know Saka’s coming back from injury and going to come on in the game, but they need to do more.”

That is what makes the situation frustrating.

Gabriel Martinelli has proven he can be a consistent goal threat in the past – he once scored 15 goals in a Premier League season.

Viktor Gyokeres has shown his ability over in Portugal, even if he has faced criticism since coming to England. Noni Madueke has had moments of real impact too. On paper, there is enough there to cause problems for any defence.

Confidence often drives attacking play. When players feel sharp, they take risks, attack space, and trust their instincts. When that confidence drops, everything becomes slower and more predictable. Arsenal’s front three are showing signs of that hesitation.

Bukayo Saka’s return could help shift that dynamic.

Even if he is not fully fit, his presence alone changes how teams defend Arsenal. He brings certainty and directness, and that can lift those around him. Richards’ point suggests that Arsenal need more than just one player to step up, though.