Arsenal got back to winning ways last weekend with a much-needed 2-0 victory over relegation-threatened Hull City at the Emirates Stadium.

Two Alexis Sanchez goals were enough to seal the three points for Arsene Wenger’s men, who consolidated their position in the top four after a 15th league win of the campaign.

It means that the Gunners are third with just 13 games of the season remaining, although the likes of Liverpool, Manchester City, and Manchester United are all in contention for a top four place, so Wenger’s men must keep winning games if they are to finish in the Champions League places for a 21st successive season.

And it’s to the Champions League that Arsenal turn their attentions this week, as they face Carlo Ancelotti’s Bayern Munich in the first leg of their last 16 clash on Wednesday, who have actually lost more games in Europe this season (two) than in the Bundesliga (one).

However, with just 13 games of the Premier League season to go, the Gunners are ten points behind Chelsea after the Blues could only muster a 1-1 at Burnley on Sunday, so it’s not completely beyond the realms of possibility that Arsenal can win the title this term.

It will take something incredibly special to do so, and here is the Arsenal XI that might be able to over the coming months…

Petr Cech

He may not have had a brilliant few weeks, but Petr Cech is still the number one choice at Arsenal, and one of the best goalkeepers the Premier League has ever seen.

The former Czech Republic shot-stopper, who retired from international football last year, moved to the Emirates in 2015 after a stunning 11-year spell at Chelsea, where he won four Premier League titles, four FA Cups, and a Champions League crown.

And he continued his fine form on arrival at Arsenal, keeping more clean sheets than any other keeper in the top-flight last season, and conceding just 31 goals in 34 league appearances for the Gunners.

The 34-year-old made a surprising error against former club Chelsea last week, and although he has looked slightly below-par in recent times, he’s still an excellent goalkeeper, and one that can help Arsenal reel in Chelsea come May.

Hector Bellerin

Spanish international Hector Bellerin has developed into one of the best right-backs in the Premier League.

The 21-year-old, who made his debut for the Spanish senior team only last year, broke into the Gunners first team back in 2014 following the departure of Bacary Sagna to Manchester City, and has since moved ahead of Mathieu Debuchy in the pecking order.

The Frenchman’s serious injury issues have been a factor in that, but Bellerin has improved at an incredible rate, and appeared in all but two of their Premier League games last term in a defence which conceded just 36 goals, one more than the joint-lowest Tottenham and Manchester United.

Injuries have plighted his season this time round as well, but there’s no doubt that the 21-year-old is the best right-back at the club when fit, and will continue to be for several years to come.

Laurent Koscielny

Laurent Koscielny took time to adapt to English football, but there’s little doubt now that he’s one of the best centre-backs in the division.

The French international, who appeared for his country more in 2016 than in the preceding two years, moved to the Emirates from Lorient in 2010 after impressing for the French side, although struggled in his first few seasons in England.

However, the 31-year-old has grown into a solid and dependable centre-back and, although still is prone to the odd mistake, he more than makes up for them with several goal-saving blocks and challenges.

Wenger tied him down to a new long-term deal last month, and you sense that Arsenal will need his defensive and leadership qualities between now and May to catch leaders Chelsea.

Shkodran Mustafi

German World Cup winner Shkodran Mustafi moved to Arsenal last summer, and immediately set about forming a solid partnership with Laurent Koscielny in the heart of the Gunners backline.

The 24-year-old went 22 games unbeaten to kick off his Arsenal career to demonstrate his defensive capabilities and impact on the team, although he has since been a part of the side that suffered back-to-back league defeats to Watford and Chelsea.

Nonetheless, Mustafi has proven to be a good partner for Koscielny this term, and although he is vulnerable to pace and does have the odd unconvincing game, the German is clearly a very adept defender, and certainly has a bright future in the game.

Kieran Gibbs

Clearly, the left-back slot is a concern for Arsenal, with both Nacho Monreal and Kieran Gibbs not doing enough to persuade Wenger of a regular first team slot.

Spanish international Monreal has had the ascendancy in recent times, although England international Gibbs got the nod against Hull last weekend, and should be the regular starter between now and May.

The 27-year-old has only started three Premier League games this term, compared to Monreal’s 22, yet Gibbs’ greater pace and ability to get up and down the flanks should see him secure a regular starting berth over the coming weeks.

Whether he’s the long-term solution remains to be seen, but between now and May, it should be Gibbs who gets the nod at left-back.

Granit Xhaka

The central midfield area is a concern for Arsenal, with the likes of Francis Coquelin and Granit Xhaka failing to nail down a regular spot.

However, if the latter can sort out his disciplinary issues on the pitch, he could go on and become an excellent midfielder for the Gunners.

The Swiss international is currently suspended after his red card against Burnley last month, although faces just one match on the sidelines before returning to the squad for selection.

And, although the discipline is a concern, there’s no doubt that the 24-year-old has quality in that midfield area, with displays against the likes of Tottenham and Swansea exemplifying his capabilities.

With Mohamed Elneny back from the African Cup of Nations, competition for places has increased, but Wenger should back Xhaka and bring him back into the side when he returns from suspension.

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain

It may be in the early stages of his central midfield career, but Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain looks a natural in that position.

The England international has struggled for gametime this season, despite scoring more goals this term than any other since he moved to the Emirates, yet the depletion of Wenger’s midfield options saw the 23-year-old start against Chelsea a few weeks back.

And, although he did struggle at times, he was much better than Francis Coquelin, and does deserve some credit given he was up against the formidable N’Golo Kante and Nemanja Matic.

Yet it was his display against Hull last weekend which received many plaudits, leading many to suggest that it’s his place to lose now over the coming weeks.

Oxalde-Chamberlain is clearly enjoying in the role and is playing well in it, so could be key if the Gunners are to reel Chelsea in come May.

Theo Walcott

Theo Walcott’s return from injury in the last few weeks will give Arsenal fans much optimism ahead of a busy few months.

The England international, who missed out on selection for the European Championships last year, missed just over six weeks during December and January due to a calf injury, yet came back with a bang by netting a hat-trick against former club Southampton in the fourth round of the FA Cup on January 28.

Since then, the 27-year-old hasn’t been able to add to his eight Premier League goals this term, although you sense that, such is his injury record, he may need more time to get back into the swing of things over the coming weeks.

Nonetheless, Walcott’s form in the first half of the campaign was excellent, and if he can get to that level again between now and May, the Gunners could well catch Chelsea.

Mesut Ozil

He has been far from his best in recent weeks, but Mesut Ozil has still had a fine season for Arsenal this term.

The German World Cup winner has scored nine goals and laid on seven assists in 28 appearances in all competitions thus far, but hasn’t contributed to a goal in any of his last three games.

Nonetheless, the 28-year-old is embarking on his best goal-scoring season since moving to the Emirates back in 2013, with his tally of nine one more than last season.

However, his recent form has been severely criticised in some quarters, and there’s even rumours he may get dropped from the side to face Bayern Munich on Wednesday such is his low confidence and struggles in the final third.

Yet, Ozil is still a quality footballer who can make things happen out of nothing, so don’t expect him to be out of form for too long.

Danny Welbeck

A bold choice this one, but Danny Welbeck’s recent return from injury could see Alex Iwobi drop to the bench.

Iwobi has netted just three times and laid on three further assists in 21 Premier League appearances this term, so he’s hardly pulling trees down with his recent form.

He did net in their 2-1 defeat to Watford a few weeks ago, but has since put in below-par displays against Chelsea and Hull, so his position could be under threat from a returning Welbeck.

The England international missed nine months of football due to an injury he picked up against Manchester City last May, but netted twice on his first start of the season in the FA Cup win over Southampton a few weeks back.

His pace and directness, as well as his strength off the ball and in the defensive areas, may be more beneficial to Wenger over the coming months, and could be what Arsenal need to close the gap on Chelsea.

Alexis Sanchez

Olivier Giroud may have done well in recent times, yet when Alexis Sanchez is up top, Arsenal look a much better side.

The Chilean is the Premier League’s top-scorer this term having netted 17 goals in just 25 league appearances, 13 of which have come from him playing in the more advanced position.

But it’s not just his goals that makes him a better bet than Giroud, it’s his all round play and ability to get the best out of others which is hugely beneficial to Wenger, as the likes of Ozil, Walcott and Iwobi have been better this term, chiefly as a result of Sanchez upfront.

The 28-year-old has also laid on 11 assists in all competitions this term so demonstrate his absolute significance to Arsenal, so it’s clear that his form between now and May will go some way to determining whether they catch Chelsea.