There is still hope, right?

If Arsenal can find a way to win this season’s Premier League title, can they still claim to be the best club in the league?

I am very proud to say I am a huge Arsenal fan, but, without sounding too pessimistic are the Gunners only the second best team in the Premier League? Even if there is a miracle finish to be found, this question would still remain.

Simply put, Manchester City has not lost to Arsenal in the three matches they have played against each other this season. City has 2 wins, 1 draw and no losses. Arsenal has no wins, 1 draw and 2 losses.

To be recognized as the the best, you have to beat the best.

On Wednesday, Manchester City will likely claim the top spot on the Premier League table. They play play Championship-bound Burnley.

So, why has it come to this? Well, Arsenal has given away points during the season they should never have dropped. Just look at the results. It’s as plain as day.

It’s now the time to be self critical and take a strong inward look at themselves. No talk, just action.

Yes, the Gunners had their chances on Sunday, and yes there were some questionable referee decisions by Michael Oliver, but at the end of the day chances and poor officiating doesn’t count, only balls in the back of the net count.

What’s the old saying, “close but no cigar?”

So, here we are. Going into the weekend, Arsenal and Manchester City will each have five matches remaining to be played in the league.

Arsenal will have Newcastle United (H), Fulham (H), West Ham United (A), Burnley (H) and Crystal Palace (A).

City will face Everton (A), Brentford (H), Bournemouth (A), Crystal Palace (H) and Aston Villa (H).

It looks like City will have the tougher run-in schedule. There is still a chance. There is still hope, but man do the Gunners need to play better and get some big-time help as well.

Let’s remain positive, and hope the football gods give us some help along the way.

Gunner1953