Wayne Rooney admits difficult truth about Arsenal title race

Speaking on The Wayne Rooney Show, Rooney suggested that the championship race is effectively between Arsenal and Manchester City. While he believes Arsenal have the edge, he warned that Pep Guardiola’s side are specialists at chasing down leaders, making the closing months of the season extremely unpredictable.

Rooney acknowledged that it is particularly uncomfortable for him to imagine City applying pressure once again, but he expects them to be firmly in contention until the final weeks. He added that any slip from Arsenal could invite City to seize control of the race, reinforcing how unforgiving the margin for error remains at the top.

Why April’s clash could shape the title outcome

Although Arsenal hold the advantage, the Premier League’s volatility means the picture could change rapidly before the two rivals meet on April 18 at the Etihad Stadium — just five matchdays from the end of the campaign. That encounter could prove decisive, though it may also lose some of its weight if Arsenal extend their lead beforehand.

City’s upcoming schedule presents a major challenge, with away fixtures against Manchester United, Tottenham, Liverpool and Chelsea all looming before Arsenal’s visit. In contrast, the Gunners’ only Big Six away match in that stretch is a trip to Spurs. The balance of difficulty appears to favour Arteta’s side, making consistency in the coming weeks crucial as the title race intensifies.