Arsenal FC are edging closer to ending their long wait for a league title, with only eight matches standing between the club and their first English championship since 2004.
The North London side currently sit seven points ahead of second-placed Manchester City FC and could extend that advantage to 10 points if they defeat Everton FC at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday.
While City still have a game in hand, they will begin their own match against West Ham United FC about half an hour after Arsenal’s game concludes.
However, regardless of the outcome of City’s remaining fixtures, the title race is firmly in Arsenal’s hands. Manager Mikel Arteta has guided his team back into strong form after a brief dip in February when the Gunners went two matches without a win.
Since then, Arsenal have bounced back with three straight Premier League victories, strengthening their grip at the top of the table.
In contrast, defending champions Manchester City have struggled to maintain consistency this season, dropping points at crucial moments and failing to mount a convincing title charge.
After finishing as runners-up for three consecutive seasons, Arsenal are now within touching distance of finally reclaiming the Premier League crown, a feat last achieved during the famous “Invincibles” era under legendary former manager Arsène Wenger in 2004.
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