Arsenal Favorites to Win Premier League, Says Neville
Arsenal sit comfortably at the top of the Premier League table after two months of action, four points clear. Manchester United legend Gary Neville has backed the Gunners as favourites to win the league title this year, a position they haven't held in years. Neville believes a mid-80s to high 80s points tally could secure them the title.
Arsenal's impressive start to the 2025-26 season has seen them win seven out of their first nine matches. Manager Mikel Arteta has confirmed that key players Bukayo Saka, Declan Rice, and Riccardo Calafiori are fit and ready for the Carabao Cup clash against Brighton & Hove Albion. However, the Gunners have been dealt fresh injury blows with William Saliba and Gabriel Martinelli ruled out of the game.
Arteta is expected to make several changes to the starting lineup due to a busy schedule and to provide game time to other squad members. Young talents like Max Dowman, an Arsenal U19 player, could feature in the matchday squad after impressing in youth leagues. Defenders Ben White, Cristhian Mosquera, Myles Lewis-Skelly, and Piero Hincapie, along with goalkeeper Kepa Arrizabalaga, are also in contention to play.
Arsenal's strong start to the season has put them in a promising position to challenge for the league title. With key players fit and a squad brimming with talent, including both established stars and promising youngsters, the Gunners are poised to make a serious title bid. Their upcoming match against Brighton will provide an opportunity to rotate the squad and maintain their impressive form.
