Harry Maguire backs Arsenal to win Premier League title, says Arteta’s side ‘give you nothing’

Manchester United centre-back Harry Maguire has offered a candid assessment of the Premier League title race, backing Arsenal to go all the way and end a 23-year wait for the top-flight championship.

Speaking on the Overlap podcast, the England international, who faced both Arsenal and Manchester City during the 2025/26 campaign, was unequivocal about which side impressed him more. “Honestly, I always thought Arsenal were the better team,” Maguire said. “When we played them, honestly, they give you nothing. They were so solid. We beat them at the Emirates, but we didn’t create much, and we scored two worldies.”

Despite Manchester United securing a result at the Emirates Stadium, Maguire was careful to contextualise that victory. “We played well that day, but we didn’t actually create too much inside the box. They defend the box so well. I always thought Arsenal would have enough. I still think they have enough.”

With just two matches left in the Premier League season, Arsenal currently hold a two-point advantage over Manchester City at the top of the table. Their most recent fixture, a victory over West Ham United, tightened their grip on top spot even as City claimed a win over Crystal Palace in a rescheduled fixture.

Arsenal’s next assignment is a home encounter against relegated Burnley on Monday. A positive result would move Arteta’s side significantly closer to what would be the club’s first league title since the 2003/04 Invincibles season — a drought spanning three consecutive runners-up finishes in the most recent campaigns.

The Gunners are also navigating a historic run in European competition. Arsenal are set to face Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Champions League final, with the club chasing a first-ever European Cup triumph. Reports indicate that a key PSG player is set to miss the final, potentially handing Arsenal an additional advantage heading into the fixture.

Maguire’s remarks carry notable weight given his direct experience against both title contenders this season. His assessment aligns with Arsenal’s underlying defensive numbers throughout the campaign — Arteta has consistently built his side around structural solidity and disciplined defensive shape, making them difficult to break down even for top-half opposition.

The prospect of Arsenal completing a domestic and European double remains alive, though Arteta’s squad will need to maintain focus across a congested and high-stakes conclusion to the season.