Arsenal Stumbles: Title Race Tightens After Draw

Arsenal's pursuit of their first Premier League title in 22 years faced a setback after a late concession against Wolverhampton Wanderers resulted in a 2-2 draw. This missed opportunity means their lead over second-placed Manchester City has been cut to five points, with both clubs having played an equal number of matches. The fixture, rearranged due to Arsenal's Carabao Cup commitments, offered a chance to widen the gap to seven points.

The draw intensifies the title race as both teams head into a busy period before the March international break. Arsenal's upcoming schedule includes a challenging north London derby against Tottenham Hotspur, followed by a home fixture against Chelsea and an away game at Brighton & Hove Albion. They will then host Everton before a long break.

Manchester City, meanwhile, aims for maximum points in their next four games. Their upcoming opponents include Newcastle United, Leeds United, Nottingham Forest, and West Ham United, with several of these teams battling relegation. City's match against Crystal Palace may be rescheduled, but their next fixture after West Ham is an away game against Chelsea.