DEC THE HAULS

Midfield ace Rice reckons victory in Paris can help spark a rush of trophies for the Gunners

- JOHN CROSS

From Paris DECLAN RICE believes Arsenal can start a glorious era of success by winning the Champions League.

The England midfielder is convinced once Arsenal win one trophy then others will quickly follow and it is clear that Rice is utterly convinced they can overcome Paris Saint-Germain.

Rice, 26, spoke with a genuine belief and confidence in his voice that, after seeing off Real Madrid last time, they can repeat it - and it will also be just the start for his team-mates.

Gunners boss Mikel Arteta has worked wonders at the Emirates but only has one FA Cup to show for all his efforts in the past five-and-a-half years.

Arsenal have never won the biggest European trophy of all and Rice says lifting the Champions League would top everything else.

Rice (right) said: "We were so close the last few years to winning the Premier League, now the Champions League, we are in the semifinal.