Arsenal suffered a defeat at the hands of Villa, who scored twice in the final 10 minutes of the game. This loss put City in the top position with six games remaining in the season. Merson believes that Arsenal’s chances of winning the title are now slim, criticizing their defending for conceding the opening goal and suggesting that they are unlikely to recover from this setback. Last season, Arsenal also experienced a similar downfall after leading for a significant period.

This season, their defeat has allowed the reigning champions to take control, leading Merson to believe that their fate is sealed. He emphasized City’s ability to consistently secure victories, making it difficult for Arsenal to catch up in the title race. City’s favorable remaining fixtures have led many to consider them as the favorites for the title. Despite this, Merson still anticipates further twists and turns in the final stretch of the season, highlighting the upcoming six matches as crucial finals in the Premier League.