Robert Pires concedes Arsenal are "in big trouble" but is backing Unai Emery as the right coach to change their fortunes.
A late goal from Alexandre Lacazette – his second of the game – salvaged a 2-2 home draw against Southampton on Saturday, with Arsenal now without a win in their last five Premier League matches.
The Gunners sit a worrying eight points behind fourth-placed Chelsea after just 13 games.
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Saturday's result piled more pressure on Emery, with Arsenal's fanbase growing increasingly restless.
But Pires, who won two Premier League titles and two FA Cups during his time at Arsenal under Arsene Wenger, believes Emery can correct their dismal form.