Arsenal and Chelsea have spiced up the title race in the Premier League. Additionally, the Gunners thrashed Forest, and the Blues moved up to the third by beating Leicester.
GUNNERS BACK ON TRACK
As we all know Arsenal has been disappointing at the starting season. They are currently nine points behind table-topper Liverpool.
After having a bad start, the Gunners got back on track. This win of 3-0 over Nottingham Forest on Saturday has elevated their hopes.
With the return of Odegaard, the team has overall regained possession. Saka’s flair and Odegaard’s quality have uplifted their gameplay style.
Their quality has rendered upon the fans, overall making Arteta believe again. Now that, Manchester City has started their downfall journey, it is a golden opportunity to catch up for them.
The debut Nwaneri has also scored a goal. His potential has also raised the standards of Arsenal.
Now, the Gunners have their perfect to take revenge on City after bottling the past two seasons. This season might be their best-ever chance.
Martin Odegaard’s return from injury has been nothing but a blessing for Arteta’s squad. The hope of winning the title after almost 20 years can be still seen by the fans.
The dynamic duo comeback has returned with bliss. Mikel Arteta will surely have much more confidence after this massive win.
The run on the Premier League has been nothing but a roller coaster ride for the Gunner squad.
The Champions League also has Mikel Arteta’s attention. Their next journey will be in Lisbon. Sporting, after leaving Ruben Amorim can be an easy target for Arsenal in their Europe campaign.
THE BLUES ON THEIR “THIRD” MISSION
With the Gunners balancing the momentum, their rival Chelsea has also regained their form, and currently, they have secured the third position. Only trailing Man City, they can have a golden opportunity to dethrone them and turn around the title race.
Nicholas Jackson has produced yet another goal against Leceister. A dominant performance by Enzo Maresca’s squad has lit up the Blue army.
Chelsea completely dominated the game from the very beginning. Their possession play managed to keep the Foxes out of play.
It is no surprise at this point, that Nicholas Jackson has punished the Foxes defenders. Scoring from outside the box to give the lead in only 15 minutes of the game.
However, the match was becoming quite lengthy. The offside goal of Noni Madueke was ruled out.
Chelsea’s cold man Cole Palmer had a chance to take the rebound but in vain.
But the knot was finally unlocked when Enzo Fernandez stepped up. He converted the incoming rebound without a fuss after Jackson’s header. Cucurella’s defense splitting cross was perfectly utilized.
It was completely under Chelsea’s control. But the drama was not over. Leicester was given a penalty in the final additional minutes. The Foxes’ Jordan Ayew reduced the deficit only by 1.
But it was already over for the Foxes. Chelsea has secured the third place.
CHELSEA AND ARSENAL RACE TOWARD GLORY
The London rivals have created a havoc in the Premier League race. The good use of players and possession has kept Chelsea in a secure place.
Now with the epic downfall of Man City, the race for the title has spiced up. Liverpool has to be cautious now that the London rivals are making their way up the front as fast as possible.
Both of the managers will have to be cautious about the upcoming fixtures.
Overall, the Premier League race will be something to watch.
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