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FootballFans Divided on Arsenal’s Premier League Title Chances After Epic Victory Over Liverpool
- Football fans have expressed their opinion on Arsenal's chances of winning the Premier League silverware this season
- The Gunners once again proved they are the team to beat in the title race on Sunday, when they swept aside Liverpool at the Emirates Stadium
- Despite their epic win over the Reds, a section of fans contend they are far off from challenging for the EPL crown
- The north Londoners have not tasted Premier League glory for 18 years, with their last triumph happening back in 2004 under Arsene Wenger
Opinion remains divided among football fans on Arsenal's chances of winning the Premier League this season. The Gunners have had a hot start to the new campaign, picking eight wins from their last nine outings.
So far, their only defeat of the season came at the hands of rivals Man United at Old Trafford earlier in September.
The Mikel Arteta-tutored side have not lost a single match since then, with their epic run of form having them topping the charts with 24 points.
While they dropped to second momentarily on Saturday after Man City saw off Southampton at the Etihad Stadium, they did manage to regain the spot on Sunday.
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Arsenal's route back to the top was not easy however, overcoming a Liverpool side who have not been in good shape this season.
However, Arteta's charges secured the three points, with Bukayo Saka netting a brace to guide his side to a 3-2 win over the Reds.
The victory sparked another hot debate on social media, with fans sharing their feelings on Arsenal's chances of winning the Premier League title.
While many contend the north Londoners are genuine contenders for the title, some believe they will fall short of that target.
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FootballOne said:
"Let's first play the game with city then u can conclude."
A second commented:
"I don't understand why the media outlets still didn't believe we are title contenders, so if we are not title contenders then who?"
Another added:
"We can’t be asking this question anymore, it’s too clear. Arsenal are title contenders."
A fourth argued:
"I’m an arsenal fan but I don’t think we are ready to lift the trophy yet...I think the main objective before we started the season is to be back with the champions in Europe and so far that’s been bliss."
Some backed Man City for glory, with one saying:
"No one is competing against Manchester City."
Another posted:
"Contenders yeah but they are far off City's level and I don't think they can challenge them throughout."
Wenger explains why Arsenal are title contenders
Earlier, Sports Brief reported that ex-Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger has maintained that the Gunners have what it takes to win the Premier League this season.
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FootballAccording to Wenger, the lack of a dominating team this term could give Arsenal the much-needed edge to lift the title.
The north Londoners are currently topping the standings with 24 points, a point ahead of second-placed Man City.