Former England midfielder Jamie Redknapp has stated his continued belief that Arsenal will win the Premier League this season, despite the challenges posed by reigning champions Manchester City.
Redknapp, now a television pundit, made his comments during Sky Sports’ coverage of the North London Derby on Sunday. His remarks follow Arsenal’s commanding 4-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, a result that maintained their five-point lead at the top of the table. Importantly, Arsenal have played one more game than second-placed Manchester City.
While acknowledging the inevitable difficulties in a long title race, Redknapp dismissed the notion that City could overhaul Mikel Arteta’s leadership. “There will be some ups and downs, but I still believe it’s Arsenal’s season,” he said.
The pundit also addressed the performance of Manchester City, who secured a hard-fought 2-1 win at Newcastle United earlier in the day. Redknapp highlighted the significance of that result, noting that securing three points in a difficult away fixture is a hallmark of champions, even if the display was not flawless.
Arsenal’s victory over their local rivals was a statement performance that extended their recent dominant run. The win cap a period where they have consistently collected maximum points, applying sustained pressure on the teams below them. With a superior goal difference to Manchester City, Arsenal’s current position is their strongest at this stage of a Premier League campaign since their last title win in the 2003-04 season.
For Manchester City, the win at Newcastle kept their title hopes mathematically alive, though they now face a significant deficit with fewer games remaining. Their remaining fixtures include a direct confrontation with Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium in late April, a game poised to be a pivotal moment in the title race.
Redknapp’s public backing of Arsenal underscores a growing narrative around the club’s championship credentials. The team will next face Brighton & Hove Albion in a midweek fixture, aiming to maintain their momentum. The coming weeks will test their consistency, but as Redknapp’s view suggests, their current buffer and form make them the team to beat in the Premier League title race.
