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Arsenal’s Title Credentials Under the Microscope

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Arsenal might have finished second in the Premier League for the past three years but was there ever a time when they realistically felt like potential champions? Their fans seem to think they’ve been closer to the title than they actually were.

Anfield Awaits as Arteta Faces a Defining Test

The game at Anfield is a huge test for Mikel Arteta and his team. They can’t spend another season moaning about injuries and refereeing decisions and trailing in behind the winners.

Zubimendi and Gyokeres in Focus for the Gunners

There are a few things we’ll find out about them on Sunday. Is Martin Zubimendi enjoying the mountains in north London? To be fair, Primrose Hill is pretty steep for a small bump.

Can Viktor Gyokeres provide the cutting edge the Gunners need? He looks to be a pretty good channel runner and could be a handful for Ibrahima Konate but is he a 25-goal a season man? I’d be surprised.