At the height of the Premier League championship race, the match against Wolverhampton became a real nerve test for Arsenal. The "gunners," who had taken the lead with a two-goal margin, finished the game 2-2, losing valuable points at the most crucial moment. And with this, the intrigue in the league "exploded" even more.
Former English footballer Alan Smith considered this draw the turning point of the season after the match. He believes the situation could now turn sharply in Manchester City's favor: losing points is the most painful mistake when everything is in hand.
Smith emphasized that losing the victory against an outsider with two goals in hand is "unforgivable." A team that wants to become a champion must maintain composure in such matches, know how to "close the game" and fight for results.
Another aspect: there's much talk about "Arsenal" - ratings like "the strongest team," "perfect squad," "modern football" are frequently encountered. But Smith also openly stated that such praise is inappropriate: if a team lacks determination, a culture of making the right decisions under pressure, and maintaining the score, the value of a beautiful game diminishes.
Currently, Arsenal leads the table with 58 points. Manchester City is in second place with 53 points, and they also have one substitute game. If the Citizens get three points in that game, the 5-point gap can be reduced to 2 points. Therefore, for "Arsenal," each subsequent round is not just a game, but a "nervous breakdown" for the title.
In short, this draw is not just a draw. This is a signal on the path to championship. Now the demand from "Arsenal" is one: to stop talking, close the game, and keep the points "in hand." Otherwise, City will gladly accept this gift.
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