Arsenal winger Nicholas Pepe believes there is a lot of mental strength within their squad.
The Gunners have been accused of lacking mental toughness after an up and down start to the season.
But Pepe, who arrived in the summer from Lille for a club record fee, believes they are heading in the right direction.
The Gunners battled back to defeat Aston Villa at home, before coming from behind to secure a draw at Old Trafford against Manchester United in their last two league games.
"Overall, it's a good start for Arsenal this season, we are in the good part of the table," Pepe told reporters.
"Against Aston Villa, we came back despite the fact we were one man down, this is one of those games which gives the team confidence and mental strength.
"At Old Trafford, we are behind but we manage to tie the game. For sure we are strong mentally and we have to continue building that strength in order to win away games and then be a contender for a Champions League spot at the end of the season."
