Van Persie hits out at hard-partying English players

Arsenal striker Robin van Persie has criticised unnamed "English colleagues" for their party lifestyle and raised doubts over whether Gunners can win the Barclays Premier League next season.

The Dutch forward's words are not likely to find favour with Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger as he attempts to rally his squad for another tilt at the silverware that has proved elusive since the 2005 FA Cup.