Arsenal defender Thomas Vermaelen believes the Gunners will still be in the title race if they lose to Chelsea on Sunday. Speaking ahead of the game, the Belgian International declared the home advantage will definitely play an important role for Arsene Wenger’s side.

He said:

Of course Chelsea is number one in the League so it’s a big game. There’s a little gap between us now so for us it’s important to win this game.

I’ve seen them a few times and of course you know all the players and their qualities.

Because there is already a gap, it’s important to win. If we lose though I still think we can win the league, it’s not a big problem.

We’re always confident at home and we have to continue that against Chelsea.