Carragher: Only one thing can stop Arsenal from winning the title

Seven games into the new season, Arsenal sit top of the Premier League, one point clear of defending champions Liverpool. Many who had questioned their title credentials, including Chris Sutton, are now conceding this could well be Arsenal’s title to lose. For most, the boys in red and white have become the favourites in the title race, with rival teams now scrambling to find ways to deny them league glory.

Carragher: How Liverpool or City can still catch Arsenal

Jamie Carragher has shared his view on how Liverpool or Manchester City might still pip Arsenal to the title. Speaking on the Stick to Football podcast, the former Premier League defender said:

“The only thing that can stop [the Gunners] is the same thing that has stopped other teams in the past. You get to March or April, and you want it so much. The supporters want it so much.

“At the moment, Liverpool aren’t themselves. Arsenal have the best squad. They’re looking better than Liverpool right now.”

Carragher then added:

“If Liverpool can find themselves five or six points behind in February… I think Liverpool will get better. I don’t think the points they have on the board reflect their performances.

“There will still be moments before Christmas where they drop points unexpectedly. But Arsenal will drop points too, that’s football. If Liverpool and Man City can channel what Ferguson’s United used to do, they could still win the title.”