Arsenal's fire an example to all in Premier League title race

13 days ago BBC

And if anyone was in any doubt exactly why Guardiola was delivering his warning, they need only look at the manner of Arsenal's magnificent victory over improving Manchester United in a thriller at Emirates Stadium. The bare statistics state that Arsenal's 3-2 win, secured by Eddie Nketiah's 90th-minute strike, puts them five points clear of City with a game in hand. And there were other factors at work that made this Arsenal's biggest test this season and, arguably, their biggest win. There was an added edge to Arsenal's joy because these three points were earned, deservedly, against an improving Manchester United. There are also reinforcements for Arsenal's title challenge.
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