Arsenal’s relentless climb to the top of the Premier League isn’t just about winning games – it’s about the sheer dominance they’ve displayed.
Their remarkable goal difference underscores their ability to outscore and out-defend opponents, a testament to the well-rounded squad Mikel Arteta has built.
Arsenal’s relentless march in the Premier League in 2024 has been marked, not only by wins, but by a staggering goal difference that speaks volumes about their dominance. The Gunners’ ability to both score freely and stifle opponents is a major factor in their current position as league title challengers.
Arsenal’s goal difference stands as the envy of the Premier League at +51, the first and only side to break through the +50 barrier. In 2024 alone, it sits at +34 which is better than every other side in the league all season and only six and eight behind City and Liverpool respectively. While other top teams have shown offensive firepower or defensive stinginess, Arsenal have mastered both elements of the game better than all of them. This balance is the foundation of their season.
Mikel Arteta has instilled a killer instinct in his attack. Players like Bukayo Saka, Martin Ødegaard, and Gabriel Martinelli are capable of unlocking any defence. Simultaneously, the backline spearheaded by William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes has become a fortress, frustrating even the most potent attacks as we saw last week against Manchester City.
Arsenal’s impressive goal difference isn’t just a sign of their current form. It places them among some of the most dominant Premier League sides in history and is a tally they themselves haven’t seen since 2005.
In a tight title race, goal difference can be the ultimate decider. Every goal scored and every clean sheet earned gives Arsenal a valuable edge over their rivals.
While their goal difference is an eye-catching statistic, it reflects the overall quality embedded in this Arsenal squad. Their ability to dominate games from start to finish, their tactical flexibility, and their unwavering spirit, as praised by Mikel Arteta after the win over Brighton, are all key ingredients in their remarkable season.
Arsenal’s improvement on last season should be a chilling warning for their Premier League rivals. If the title doesn’t return to North London this season, few would bet against Arsenal claiming it next year.