Arsenal Striker Robin van Persie: Solid Family Life Helps My Game

Domestic bliss boosts Dutchman's form…

EPL: Robin van Persie, West Ham United v Arsenal (Getty Images)
Arsenal forward Robin van Persie has revealed that his family plays a crucial role in his preparation for matches.

The Dutchman is in fine form, bagging two more goals in the weekend's 3-0 dismantling of Tottenham Hotspur at the Emirates Stadium.

That took his tally to seven goals in seven games, and he credits his family's role in his success.

"My family life is fantastic," he told his club's official website.
 
"The main things in my life are my two kids and my wife. It makes you stable and gives you a good basis to perform."
 
There is a downside though. Van Persie's second daughter was born recently, which affected the player's sleep.
 
"Two weeks ago it was really hard and I was struggling physically but it's better now," he added.
 
"When you play at this level, you need to recover and get your rest here and there and that is what I am doing."

Zack Wilson, Goal.com UK

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