Arsenal must move on quickly after Liverpool humiliation

Arsenal's manager Arsene Wenger reacts during their English Premier League soccer match against Liverpool at Anfield Stadium in Liverpool, northern England February 8, 2014. REUTERS/Nigel Roddis

LONDON (Reuters) - Having proved the doubters wrong in maintaining a title charge in one of the tightest Premier League seasons in years, Arsenal must steady the ship, and quickly, if they are to keep alive hopes of winning a first trophy since 2004.

Arsene Wenger's side had earned plenty of plaudits for their measly defence and canny midfield, and an ability to get results from tough matches where in previous campaigns they may have fallen short.