Arsenal great Charlie Nicholas has been previewing the Gunners' clash at home to Manchester United on New Year's Day and he is predicting one player to make an impact - and it's not Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang.
Mikel Arteta is still waiting for his first win since taking over the head coaching role at the club, with a disappointing loss at home to Chelsea on Sunday highlighting some of the improvements that are needed.
Nicholas insists that the Gunners showed positive signs in the fixture but also recognised there are still areas of concern at the back.
However, the former Arsenal man is predicting his old side to beat United 3-2 to begin 2020 in style - and he feels that Nicolas Pepe could be the game-winner.
"I cannot give up on them, but Arsenal can't buy a win at the moment, although it does seem more promising. There is more fight in there, no confidence, but there is a shape and a tendency to go and try to squeeze the ball," Nicholas told Sky Sports.
"Mesut Ozil is playing better, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang is still scoring goals and Bukayo Saka has been class at left-back despite being an attacker. You cannot plan for the Bernd Leno howler, but the defence was better but still vulnerable, as were the midfield protectors.
"Man Utd are getting good results, while the counter-attack is so dangerous at the Emirates. I am going to stick with Arsenal, as they can get at the full-backs and defence. It seems more pleasant to watch but the table looks awful for Arsenal.
"They need a win and it is not about closing the gap to the top four as that is fantasy for them this year. Mikel Arteta started with a draw and a harsh defeat so it is time for them to get a win.
"Man Utd will be very dangerous on the counter-attack, but Reiss Nelson has been decent, and Arteta could give Nicolas Pepe a start. He may just be ready to come and do something."
