Arsenal and Man City handed major title twist as fixture changes announced
The Premier League championship is not yet decided, and with only a few games remaining, it promises to be an exciting finish for those watching neutrally.
However, for fans of Arsenal and Manchester City, it may be a painful experience to witness the changing fortunes of the title race.
The Gunners have recently experienced setbacks, drawing two games after being ahead by two goals against Liverpool and West Ham, respectively.
As a result, their eight-point lead at the top of the table has shrunk to just four, with City having a game in hand and a crucial match against Arsenal next week.
“Very confident,” Mikel Arteta said on his side’s chances against Southampton on Friday.
“Twists and turns are part of everything that you do, especially in football. It’s not always going to be a linear progression. You have to know that and you have to be prepared for that. The way the team reacted was incredibly positive and we want to see that tomorrow night when we get onto that field.”
Fixture changes hands Arsenal and Man City major title twist
The fixture schedule has the potential to significantly impact the title race by altering how certain games are perceived leading up to them.
A prime example is Arsenal’s loss at Goodison Park in Sean Dyche’s debut game, which may have been a result of unforeseen circumstances that could not have been predicted before his arrival.
Such unpredictability makes it difficult to determine the outcome of matches and further adds to the excitement of the title race.
The changes made by the Premier League to the schedule, such as moving fixtures for Arsenal and Manchester City, could have a significant impact on the title race as the season nears its end.
One such alteration is Arsenal’s game against Nottingham Forest, originally scheduled for a different time, now set to take place at 5:30pm GMT on May 20.
This scheduling adjustment could potentially affect the outcome of the match and may have implications for the overall standings in the league.
Manchester City’s response to Arsenal’s performance will be delayed by a day, as their match against Chelsea has been moved to May 21 at 4pm GMT.
This change in schedule could prove to be crucial for both teams in the race for the Premier League title, adding yet another layer of excitement and unpredictability to the outcome. The result of these matches could ultimately shape the final standings and determine the winner of the league.
Arsenal and Man City handed major title twist as fixture changes announced