Bendtner thrives on pressure

Gunners youngster happy to lead the line

Last updated: 14th November 2008

Bendtner thrives on pressure

Bendtner: Up for the challenge.

I love it when people are thinking that this is the guy who needs to score or create something today if we are to win.

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Nicklas Bendtner is happy to shoulder the responsibility of being Arsenal's main attacking threat.

With Emmanuel Adebayor doubtful for this weekend's clash against Aston Villa, the Dane could well lead the line again for Arsene Wenger's troops.

Despite only being 20 years old, the striker has no qualms about being thrust into the limelight once again should Adebayor miss out as Robin van Persie is still suspended.

If anything, Bendtner believes he raises his game when more is expected of him.

Same mentality

"They aren't involved at the moment but whether they are fit or not doesn't change my mentality," he said.

"If the manager picks me I will always do whatever I can. I love the pressure - you could say I prefer it and thrive on it.

"I love it when people are thinking that this is the guy who needs to score or create something today if we are to win.

"That's how I set myself up for every game.

"It's good if people have big expectations for you. If people are expecting things from me, than I'm happy to take it."