If there’s anything that makes the English Premier League the most-watched football league in the world, it’s the level of competition and intensity of the game that has been consistent in the league for so long.
Like every other season, this season is not unique. The points between the league leaders are not insurmountable, and with three to four matches, the Premier League might happen.
With matchweek 32 scheduled to return in 15 days after players have gone for international games, Sporting Tribune analyses the games that took place in March in the wake of the title race.
Arsenal lead the table with 70 points from 31 matches. They also have the best defensive record in the league, conceding just 22 goals, and a goal difference of +39.
Despite this, the gap is not secure. Manchester City are second with 61 points and have a game in hand. A win in that match could reduce the gap and put pressure on Arsenal ahead of their meeting in April.
Manchester City beat Arsenal 2–0 in the EFL Cup final on March 22 at Wembley. Nico O’Reilly scored both goals.
The result may have an impact beyond the trophy. It showed that City can overcome Arsenal in a big game and could affect confidence on both sides going into the run-in.
Arsenal recorded a 2–0 win over Everton, with late goals from Viktor Gyökeres and Max Dowman. The result helped them maintain their lead.
Manchester City dropped points in a 1–1 draw with West Ham and a 2–2 draw with Nottingham Forest. These results kept Arsenal ahead, but City remain close.
Liverpool, however, fell behind after a 2–1 loss to Brighton and a 1–1 draw with Tottenham. Their focus is now on securing a top-four finish.
April is expected to decide the title, with key matches ahead for both teams.
The biggest game is Manchester City vs Arsenal on April 19. If City win their outstanding game and beat Arsenal, the gap could drop to three points with five matches left.
Arsenal are also involved in the UEFA Champions League, while City are out of Europe and can focus on the league.
Both teams will also play FA Cup quarter-finals in early April, adding to their schedule.
The title race remains in Arsenal’s hands, but Manchester City are still in contention.
The coming weeks will be key in deciding who finishes on top.
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