Leicester City Premier League champion Danny Simpson recently accepted an interview with "The Sun". He said that if Sunderland can defeat Arsenal, then the Black Cats may be able to dream of doing something big like the Blue Fox back then.
Simpson said: "What we have achieved at Leicester City is very special. They can now keep a clean sheet, which is amazing. So why not dream big? We have done it."
"With the support of the fans in the Northeast, if they can beat Arsenal strongly this weekend, anything is possible. But if they were in the situation they are in now, I would tell the players: 'Guys, we have to make sure that we can make sure that we can win the league. Ten places'."
"After a quarter of the season and ten games completed, I will be disappointed if I start so well and end up falling out of the top ten."
"It will be more accurate to ask me this question after twenty rounds, but at the moment Sunderland should really be targeting the top ten."
Simpson believes that Sunderland, who are currently in excellent form, can cause problems for Arsenal. He said: "Yes, I firmly believe that. "With their energy, especially considering this home game that kicks off at 5:30 pm and the momentum they have. I've played there and know the passion of the local fans. Everyone loves football and with their start in the Premier League, the team must be very motivated."
"It's strange to say that because Arsenal are unstoppable at the moment, but I do think the Gunners will look at this matchup and realize that it will be a tough game."
"Sunderland has been given more preparation time, a whole week. Obviously Arsenal still has European war duties, plus the psychological exhaustion of the away game, and Sunderland will be waiting for work. This will be a very close game, and I can't wait. Sunderland only conceded eight goals, the second fewest goals in the league, and Arsenal only conceded three goals."
"As long as Sunderland defends the defense and waits for opportunities to sneak attacks, they have a chance, but it is really difficult to do this against Arsenal at this stage."