Sunday produced one of the most dramatic moments in Premier League history and, for Arsenal, it was three vital points. The victory moved Mikel Arteta\u2019s side noticeably closer to a first Premier League title and left rivals with less margin for error.<\/p>\n
Manchester City still have three games remaining, beginning with Wednesday\u2019s visit from Crystal Palace. Pep Guardiola\u2019s side can reach a maximum of 83 points. That arithmetic means Arsenal need five points from their two remaining fixtures to guarantee the title regardless of what City do.<\/p>\n
There are a few scenarios that follow from those numbers. If City win their next two matches the race could go to the final day. Conversely, any slip from City would open the door for Arsenal to celebrate earlier.<\/p>\n
If City fail to beat Palace on Wednesday, Arsenal could seal the title in their next outing. The Gunners face relegated Burnley on Monday and are heavy favourites for that match; a win would provide the three points required to make the title mathematically certain.<\/p>\n
Even a draw for City on Wednesday would help Arsenal, since anything less than perfection from Guardiola\u2019s side would not be enough to overhaul Arsenal\u2019s position.<\/p>\n
Should City beat Palace, they would sit two points behind Arsenal with two matches left for both clubs. That would return pressure to Manchester City, who travel to Bournemouth 24 hours after Arsenal\u2019s Burnley fixture. A City defeat or draw at Bournemouth would confirm Arsenal as champions.<\/p>\n
Bournemouth are locked in a fierce battle for sixth place and, with assistance from Aston Villa, a top-six finish could still be achievable. While City are likely favourites in their remaining fixtures, the Cherries could prove a difficult opponent and influence the title outcome.<\/p>\n
The only way the race reaches the final day is if City keep picking up points. Victory over Palace is crucial. With Arsenal likely to beat Burnley, City will need three points at Bournemouth as well. If Arsenal drop points against Burnley, the title could still go to the final day, provided City win their surrounding fixtures.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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