April 28th 2024.
Arsenal legend Paul Merson has been keeping a close eye on his former club's remaining fixtures in the Premier League and he has identified one particular game that he believes will be the toughest for the Gunners. After a thrilling 3-2 victory over their fierce rivals Tottenham in the north London derby, Merson has named Manchester United as the biggest challenge for Mikel Arteta's side.
The Gunners showed their strength and resilience in the derby, going 3-0 up against Spurs before holding on to secure a crucial win. This put them four points clear of title rivals Manchester City, but Pep Guardiola's men quickly closed the gap to just one point with a convincing win over Nottingham Forest.
With only three matches left in the season, Arsenal are currently sitting at the top of the table, but City have a game in hand. The Gunners will face Bournemouth at home in their next fixture before a trip to Old Trafford on May 12th, where they will be determined to avoid a repeat of last season's late collapse.
Their final game of the season will see them take on Everton at the Emirates, as they look to end their 20-year wait for a Premier League title. Meanwhile, City have a home game against Wolves before facing Fulham and Tottenham away, and then hosting West Ham on the final day.
Merson, who correctly predicted Arsenal's victory over Tottenham, believes that the Gunners' biggest test will come against Manchester United. He stated that Arsenal are a stronger team overall compared to Spurs and that he expects them to put pressure on City with another win.
When asked if he believed that the north London derby was Arsenal's toughest remaining game, Merson replied, "No, I think it's Manchester United. I still think it's Manchester United. They just turn up against Arsenal. I don't know what it is. You'd have to ask them. But Arsenal very rarely go up there and do well. For me, it's their hardest game."
The Gunners have already beaten United once this season, a 3-1 victory back in September. However, six months later, United's manager Erik ten Hag is still bitter about the result and has cited several decisions that went against his team. But with Arsenal currently in top form and determined to secure the title, it will be interesting to see how they fare against the Red Devils in May.
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