Khaberni - In a deep analysis of the decisive meters race in the Premier League, sports analyst Danny Murphy on "BBC Sport" explained the reasons why Manchester City is the likely winner of the title, despite the fierce competition and high spirit shown by Arsenal in the recent direct encounter.
Arsenal did not "disappoint" its fans this time
Murphy believes that the recent critiques of "the Gunners" as "collapsing" in crucial times are unfair, given their performance at "the Etihad", where he confirmed that Arsenal played a courageous match and was close to drawing and even winning if not for the ball hitting the crossbar on several occasions.
Murphy clarified that the real issue for Arsenal was not in the Manchester City game, but in the lack of "sharpness and mentality" during the surprising loss to Bournemouth last week, noting that the fan pressure in the Emirates Stadium is starting to turn into tension which transfers to the players, making the upcoming matches a true test of character and the ability to withstand pressures.
3 Reasons that Favor City
Despite admitting that this season is not the best for Manchester City in terms of continuity, Murphy identified three factors that make "the Citizens" closer to the trophy:
Physical rest: Exiting the European competitions gave City the "refreshment" advantage and full focus on the league.
Stable lineup: Unlike Pep Guardiola’s usual, it seems he has found the "ideal lineup" that plays in great harmony, especially in the midfield led by Rodri and Bernardo Silva, and the attack spearheaded by Erling Haaland.
Champion mindset: City players are known for their complete calm and ability to play without pressure, supported by their previous experience in securing titles, which was evident in their offensive persistence even when they are leading.
The race is not over yet
Murphy concluded his analysis for "BBC Sport" by emphasizing that "the Gunners" still have a golden opportunity, especially as they are still capable of winning all their remaining matches, warning that the lead battle could be decided by a goal difference in the end, opening the door to all possibilities in "the Premier League" most thrilling in years.
