After round 28, the Premier League 2023-2024 continues to be a three-way race between Arsenal (64 points), Liverpool (64) and Manchester City (63). The upcoming journey is likened to "10 matches for the whole season", let's analyze each opponent's opportunity, first of all Arsenal.
Reasons to trust
Arsenal are the leading team but they seem to be considered the most uncompetitive team among the three candidates. However, the titles are often won by the best defense and the "Gunners" are doing it this season.
Their expected goals are also very high, reflecting their chances.
At the start of the season, Arsenal's attacking power was not necessarily commensurate with their defensive strength, but that is changing.
Last weekend's performance against Brentford was not his best, but they have scored 33 goals in their last 8 matches. It was as if opening the floodgates.
Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli are in top form, while improvements can also be seen in Martin Odegaard, Leandro Trossard and Kai Havertz.
Meanwhile, Gabriel Jesus, Thomas Partey and Fabio Vieira are all back from injury, while Jurrien Timber is not far away.
Declan Rice's impact is huge in midfield and the " gunner" team is more eager and mentally stronger than last season.
Reasons to be cautious
Many people say that Arsenal have matured this season, especially in terms of mentality. However, verification is really needed when entering this decisive stage.
Therefore, it is impossible to talk about the removal of past hauntings. Last season, they lost the advantage, lost the seemingly never-so-good chance against Man City.
Now, they have a lot to prove their ability to maintain their strength. Many Mikel Arteta players do not have the experience of winning trophies like their opponents.
For all the recent improvements in attack, there are still questions in the number 9 position. Jesus gave them a lot, but he's not a player who scores many goals.
Will the lack of an excellent striker with the ability to touch the murderer still cost them?
Unlike Liverpool, Arsenal will also have to visit the Etihad, a formidable test on the pitch where they are having a poor record. Since the race can be decided by extra goal difference, a defeat in Manchester could bring serious damage.
However, reaching the quarter-finals of the UEFA Champions League for the first time in 14 years is another boost for the "Gunners".
