This had become a heated debate since the beginning of the season when the Gunners won their first three games. Fans started fantasising about a glorious finish this season even though the 2021/22 season placed Arsenal fifth and did not qualify for any European competition. It was also Mikel Arteta’s first entire season as a club manager, so we can safely assume that performance was due to him settling in and preparing for a great season ahead.

Arsenal has an impressive silverware collection, so the die-hard fans are not overly concerned with last season’s rankings. The Gunners have lifted the Premier League trophy three times (1997,2001,2003).

Current State of Play

After beating Liverpool 3 goals to 2, Arsenal has moved to the top of the table, edging past Man City with just one point; they have 24 points while Man City are on 23 points. Arsenal has now won eight of the nine matches they have played, and if how they started the season is any indicator, then they have a real chance of winning this season’s League trophy. The only real threat that stands in their way is Man City, who are on a trailblazing path with the help of Haaland. For those who do their sports betting online, the online sportsbook odds are 2/9 with a 92.34% chance of an overall win; others have put Arteta’s boys at 2/1.

Three Reasons why Arsenal Could win the League

  • Arteta has a cohesive team.

Arsenal had five new signings over the summer transfer window. Gabriel Jesus has proven what an asset he is in the front line. His speed and athleticism are a breath of fresh air to Lacazette’s style of play. He has scored six goals in six games. Despite being injured, the three games Zinchenko has played.

  • They have beaten the big ones.

To become a champion, you need to take down a few giants first, and the Gunners have done just that. Having played and beaten Liverpool and Tottenham, the team has had a massive confidence boost and added crucial points.

  • Goal Scoring Power

With Gabriel Jesus and Eddie Nketiah, Mikel Arteta has some solid firepower in the opponents’ penalty box. Gabriel made 236 appearances for Man City, scored 95 goals, and has already shown prowess in the nine games he has played.

Emirates stadium
Emirates stadium

Last Word

While it might be too early to start planning the celebration parties, one must admit that this Arsenal is not that of last season. This is not just in the actual players but also in the way they plaY – this is a team with more confidence and consistency in what they do. And sometimes, in football, the only competitive advantage you have is in the psychology of the players. With that said, we cannot wait for the Arsenal vs. Man City game since this will be a case of Goliath vs. Goliath.

For both The Citizens and The Gunners, this will be a pivotal game that could change the trajectory of the losing team. If Arsenal wins this game, they could end their eighteen-year drought of not winning the Premier League title.