Arsenal need to prove they've evolved as a sense of deja vu raises serious questions

Arsenal need to prove they've evolved as a sense of deja vu raises serious questionsArsenal were dealt another major setback following a shock FA Cup loss at Southampton and with Gabriel facing an injury scare the Gunners will be fearing the worstCommentsSportSamuel Meade Sports Brand Writer14:51, 05 Apr 2026View 4 ImagesArsenal's season is threatening to unravel after two trophies past them by in a fortnightWhen you look at Arsenal right now you can see previous scars coming to the fore. Even before they lost out in both cups, dropping points seemed like a cataclysmic event.‌The sinking to the ground when they drew to Wolves back in February painted a picture of a team who know how it feels to let it slip, and are unaware of how it feels to get over the line.‌The recent Carabao Cup final loss to Manchester City was a missed opportunity, for several reasons. Primarily, it was a trophy opportunity that passed them by. Secondly, it was a chance to make a statement against your direct rivals and the team that has been the source of so much heartache. Chance missed.‌The manner in which City beat Arsenal was also a concern. After weathering the first-half storm, it felt like City came out ready to make a point that, as a football team, when we face you head on, we're better than you. They certainly were on the day.And so all the talk of focusing on the next job, of getting back on track was in full flow. But Southampton didn't get the memo. Arsenal's FA Cup dream up in smoke at the Championship side. And so to the post mortem.READ MORE: Mikel Arteta issues immediate Arsenal demand after shock FA Cup exit to SouthamptonREAD MORE: Mikel Arteta gave 'nervous energy' to Arsenal stars as familiar issue called outA quadruple, to a treble and now a double. A Premier League and Champions League double is nothing to be shirked at, if anything its historic. But its not what everyone watching on was talking about a matter of weeks ago. Arsenal...