Arsenal should take a lesson or two from the incredible Tyson Fury

While it will take a lifetime for Arsenal to become heavyweight champions of the world, they must take inspiration from Tyson Fury…

Many recognised that Tyson Fury could talk the talk but still, many doubted his ability to walk the walk. As he travelled to the United States last night to face Deontay Wilder for the second time, he won by knock out and become the WBC world heavyweight champion.

Tyson always described Wilder as a “bully” and as the Gypsy King, he never liked bullies. He believed it was his mission to beat Wilder at his own game and that he had the ability to win by points or to win by knockout.

The longevity and mindset that Fury beholds is extraordinary. He is quite literally a monster and this is why he has reached the top of his sport, boxing.

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Obviously, there are distinct differences between boxing and football. I mean, I’d assume VAR would have a hay day if footballers took Fury’s teachings seriously and began throwing fists.

But Fury’s message remains constant to anyone in sport; work hard, believe in yourself and most importantly, walk the walk.

Fury’s traits strike me as everything that Arsenal need to work on. They were once the best club in England, just a few decades ago, but boy have they taken a fall.

So, the first thing Arsenal must work on is their hard work. They must be willing to put in extra work at the training ground just like the likes of Robert Pires were. The extra hours are what separates a good team from a great team. Again, it really is no different to boxing.

Just like Fury can last the 12 rounds, Arsenal need to last the 38 games. This is a little harder to do and, obviously, this mindset needs to kick in throughout the summer mainly.

However, Arsenal as a club have proven they can be consistent. I mean, they are the only team with a golden Premier League trophy to prove so. However, it’s now a case of refinding these roots which Mikel Arteta will surely help with.

It’s all well and good beating Newcastle 4-0 on the occasion or getting excited over a 2-0 win at Manchester United. But Wilder also had one or two impressive rounds last night and did that matter when he went tumbling down? Nope. Just like it won’t for Arsenal unless they shape up.

Tyson Fury may be a follower of Manchester United but the Arsenal players should follow the story of the Gypsy King. Reaching the top isn’t easy but Fury provides an easy-to-follow guide for any sportsperson. Arsenal need that.

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