Manchester City’s hard-fought 2-0 victory over Nottingham Forest on Sunday has reignited the Premier League title race, with Arsenal now just one point ahead with a game in hand. Goals from Josko Gvardiol and Erling Haaland secured the win for City, while Arsenal narrowly escaped with a 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
Despite City’s current lead, manager Pep Guardiola remains cautious, emphasizing the challenges that lie ahead. “It’s far away,” he said. “Ask me this question when we are top of the league and (have) one game left. But with four games left, it’s like (we have to) climb a big mountain.”
Guardiola’s caution stems from Arsenal’s newfound resilience this season. Unlike last year, the Gunners have shown no signs of faltering in the final stretch. “We prefer (if) they lose, but we cannot control what they do,” Guardiola admitted. “They made a good result and yeah, it’s four games left.”
However, Guardiola also stressed that City’s fate is in their own hands. “I think (they’re) not going to lose any points and we know exactly what we have to do,” he said.
City’s next challenge comes on Saturday against Wolverhampton Wanderers, a match they must win to maintain their title hopes. Arsenal, meanwhile, will face Newcastle United on Monday.
The Premier League title race is now poised for a thrilling conclusion, with both City and Arsenal determined to claim the coveted trophy. Guardiola’s caution serves as a reminder that anything can happen in the final weeks of the season, but City’s experience and quality could prove decisive in the end.
