Arsenal Fans Convinced They Could Win Premier League After Man City Defeat at Aston Villa

Arsenal Fans Convinced They Could Win Premier League After Man City Defeat at Aston Villa

Fred Kennedy
updated at December 7, 2023 at 7:54 AM
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  • Aston Villa vs Manchester City ended in a 1-0 defeat for the reigning champions
  • Leon Bailey scored the only goal of the match in the second half of the match
  • The defeat saw the Cityzens drop to fourth in the Premier League standings

A section of Arsenal fans is convinced they are on course to win the Premier League title this season following Manchester City's latest setback.

City have dropped points in four consecutive matches, managing just three points in the process.

The reigning English champions initially drew 4-4 against Chelsea before recording another draw against Liverpool.

Mikel Arteta celebrates during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Arsenal FC at Kenilworth Road. Photo by Catherine Ivill.
Mikel Arteta celebrates during the Premier League match between Luton Town and Arsenal FC at Kenilworth Road. Photo by Catherine Ivill.
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Pep Guardiola's charges went on to draw 3-3 with Tottenham Hotspur last weekend at the Etihad Stadium before following up the result with a 1-0 defeat against Aston Villa on Wednesday night.

BRfootball reports that City's defeat at Villa Park saw them drop to fourth in the standings with 30 points.

They are currently trailing leaders Arsenal by six points after 15 games played.

Arsenal fans react to Man City defeat

City's setback against Aston Villa has seen a section of Arsenal fans claim they are now in a pole position to win the Premier League title.

Some of them took to social media to share their thoughts on City's recent slump, expressing their conviction the stars are finally aligning for them.

@Nkunkumehn remarked:

"Arsenal in there🤡🤡."

@JayJay__92 posted:

"It's getting lonely at the top for my Arsenal."

@OfficialAE10 reckoned:

"Arsenal are gonna lead till the last day."

@CazorlaHarbey concluded:

"Arsenal are winning the league."

Meanwhile, City's latest setback came a day after Arsenal edged Luton Town 4-3 to cement their lead at the top.

Pep sends plea to City fans

Sports Brief also reported on Guardiola sending Manchester City fans a heartfelt plea following their draw vs Tottenham Hotspur.

He reminded the fans of all they have won before, including their historic treble last season, urging them to stick with the team through thick and thin.

"We won a lot, and in the future understand this is an exception. It’s not normal to win the treble, five Premier Leagues in six years," he said.
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