Olivier Giroud expects Arsenal title challenge

Arsenal striker Olivier Giroud has revealed that he expects the club to challenge for the Premier League title this season.

The Gunners, who finished in fourth place last term, will start the new campaign having last lifted the trophy in 2004.

"We have a really good squad and I trust in our chances and our qualities to fight for the title," Giroud is quoted as saying by Sky Sports News.

Arsenal start the new season at home to Aston Villa on August 17.