RVP proud of achievement

Robin van Persie revealed his delight at becoming only the 17th Arsenal player to score 100 goals after the home win against Bolton.

The Gunners picked up only their second victory of the season to move away from the relegation zone and the Dutch ace was the destroyer-in-chief scoring a brace against the Trotters in a comfortable 3-0 success at the Emirates.

Arsene Wenger's side had dropped down to 17th in the Premier League standings but Saturday's win saw them climb five places to 12th.

The Arsenal skipper was clearly happy to reach the landmark and was relieved to help lift the gloom at the Emirates Stadium.

Proud

"I'm very proud. I'm only the 17th player in the history of Arsenal players to pass 100 goals. It is a big achievement," Van Persie said.

"The ball will get a nice place in my living room now. The fans were amazing again. It has been hard for them and us but we can move forward now.

"You could see everyone smiling after, saying 'this is what we want'."

And manager Arsene Wenger admits the former Feyenoord forward is a hugely important part of his team and hopes he can stay away from injuries.

"It's difficult to imagine our team without him. Let's hope, touch wood, that he remains with us in every single game," the Frenchman said.

"To score 100 goals at the top level is very, very difficult. In 2011 Robin has scored 26 goals in 31 games. That's absolutely magic."