Arsenal’s title destiny is now in their hands – can they get over the line?
Arsenal’s title destiny is now in their hands – can they get over the line? Arsenal are back in the driving seat in the Premier League title race after Manchester City’s shocking slip-up in their most recent outing against Everton. The Gunners now lead by five points.
Even though City have an outstanding fixture, Arsenal’s fate remains firmly in their own hands. Mikel Arteta’s troops have finished as runners-up three times in a row, but a flawless record across their final fixtures will certainly guarantee their first league title in 22 years. However, Arsenal fans should be wary of getting the party started early, given the club’s recent history.
Can Arsenal hold their nerve and finally get over the line? Arsenal’s remaining fixtures West Ham United (A) – May 10 Arsenal’s trip to West Ham United will see two sides from either side of the Premier League table go head-to-head in a must-watch fixture that will define each club’s ambitions. After slipping up against Brentford, West Ham will arrive at the Emirates Stadium desperate for a result that bolsters their survival battle .
With the Gunners on the cusp of making history, they’ll head into this game as favourites. Both teams have a lot to play for on Sunday, paving the way for an exciting battle at the London Stadium. Burnley (H) – May 18 Arsenal return to the Emirates Stadium to take on relegated Burnley eight days after the London derby.
Even without the pressure of chasing the title, the Gunners should be able to mark this as an easy win on their calendar. But it’s not that simple, and Burnley’s game against City proves that. The Clarets have nothing else to lose this season, which makes them very dangerous and serious threats to Arsenal’s ambitions.