The 2024-25 Premier League season is heading into its final stretch, and Arsenal find themselves once again in the thick of a title race. After finishing second behind Manchester City for two consecutive years, Mikel Arteta’s side have shown they are no longer just contenders but genuine challengers. However, with Liverpool leading the table and City struggling for consistency, can Arsenal overcome their injury crisis and finally bring the Premier League trophy back to North London?
Arsenal’s title odds and the road ahead
As of now, Arsenal sit second in the table, eight points behind Liverpool, who have defied expectations this season. The Gunners have been installed as the second-favourites at 3/1 in the latest Premier League betting, but the path to glory has been made significantly more difficult by a brutal injury list.
Ben White has only just returned after being sidelined since November, while Gabriel Martinelli is still out until next month with a hamstring injury. Bukayo Saka is recovering from surgery on his own hamstring and isn’t expected back until close to April, while Takehiro Tomiyasu (knee), Gabriel Jesus (ACL) and Kai Havertz (hamstring) have all been ruled out for the season after undergoing surgery.
With Arsenal’s attacking options decimated, Mikel Merino was forced to lead the line against Leicester City after replacing Raheem Sterling, whose form has collapsed. In a stunning turn of events, Merino scored both goals to secure a crucial 2-0 victory.
Can Arsenal overcome their injury crisis?
One of Arsenal’s biggest advantages is their remaining fixture list, which appears more favourable than Liverpool’s. However, the lack of attacking depth could be a major stumbling block. With Saka, Martinelli, Jesus, and Havertz all sidelined, Arteta must find creative solutions to keep Arsenal’s title hopes alive.
Arsenal’s fate is also not in their own hands. Liverpool still hold an eight-point lead, albeit having played a game more, and while Arsenal will do everything to close that gap, they need Arne Slot’s side to falter further. Tough upcoming fixtures and potential injuries could derail Liverpool’s title charge, offering Arsenal a crucial opening.
The verdict: Is the title still possible?
Arsenal’s injuries have made their title challenge significantly more difficult, but they are far from out of the race. Premier League betting odds still suggest they are contenders, and if they can maintain their defensive solidity while finding a way to score goals, they could capitalise on any Liverpool slip-ups.
This squad has already shown resilience, and Arteta’s tactical adaptability will be tested like never before. If Arsenal can navigate their injury crisis and put together a strong run-in, they may just have enough to finally end their 21-year wait for a Premier League title.