From Underdogs to Champions: 5 Epic Title Comebacks That Prove Anything Is Possible - Can Arsenal Defy the Odds Against Man City and Make History?"

Arsenal's Loss to Manchester City: Can the Gunners Make a Comeback?

Arsenal's dream of winning their first Premier League title since 2004 took a significant hit on April 26 when they suffered a 4-1 loss to Manchester City. The defeat saw the Gunners slip to second place in the league, two points behind City, who have played two games less. However, all hope is not lost for Mikel Arteta's side, as history has shown that teams can mount improbable comebacks to win the league. Borussia Dortmund - 2011/2012 In the 2011/2012 season, Jurgen Klopp's Borussia Dortmund defied all odds to pip Bayern Munich to the German Bundesliga title. The Yellow Wall lost three games in their first six of the season and had an eight-point gap to recover at one point. But they managed to beat Bayern to the title. Manchester City - 2011/2012 This will always be referred to as the "Aguerooo" title. Sir Alex Ferguson had expected another routine title win, only for Roberto Mancini's side to close down an eight-point gap and win the title on the last day. Mario Balotelli's assist, the only one he ever had in the Premier League, made all the difference. Arsenal - 1997/1998 The current Arsenal side can draw inspiration from Wenger's squad of 1998. It was the height of the Wenger-Ferguson rivalry, with the latter holding an 11-point lead at one time. Arsenal had three games in hand, which they won, but the real turning point was a 1-0 win at Old Trafford. Manchester United - 1995/1996 This was down to a classic case of a "bottle job" from Newcastle United, who threw away a 12-point lead. The Magpies won only two games in eight as Ferguson's side embarked on a splendid run of form in the second half of the season. Manchester United - 2002/2003 The Red Devils went on an unbeaten run from Boxing Day to the end of the season to nullify what was at one point an Arsenal eight-point lead. Wenger's side managed four wins in their last nine games, with United eventually finishing with a 13-point gap. Can Arsenal Join the List of Title Comebacks? Arsenal fans will be hoping that their team can emulate the above-mentioned sides and produce a remarkable comeback to clinch the title this season. The Gunners have had a season full of ups and downs. They started the season in flying form and looked like genuine title contenders. However, a run of three consecutive draws before the defeat to City saw their lead at the top evaporate. Arteta's young guns have shown character and resilience throughout the season, but they face an uphill task to wrestle the title from Pep Guardiola's side. City has been relentless in recent weeks and is now the favorite to win the title. However, there is a glimmer of hope for Arsenal. Guardiola's side has to drop points, and the Gunners need to win their remaining games to have a chance of lifting the title. With seven games remaining, there is still time for twists and turns in the title race. The Arsenal manager remains optimistic about his team's chances. In a recent press conference, Arteta said, "It's not easy to win the Premier League. There are still a lot of games to play, and anything can happen. We are still in the race, and we will keep fighting until the end." Conclusion Arsenal's title hopes have taken a hit after their recent poor form, but history has shown that teams can produce remarkable comebacks to win the But as recent history suggests, such a lead can be easily overcome. Here are some examples of teams that mounted title comebacks: Liverpool - 2013/2014 Under Brendan Rodgers, Liverpool mounted an incredible comeback in the 2013/2014 Premier League season. They were five points behind Manchester City with three games to go but managed to win all of them. Unfortunately for Liverpool, City won their remaining games as well and clinched the title by two points. Leicester City - 2015/2016 Leicester City's title win in the 2015/2016 season is arguably the greatest upset in Premier League history. The Foxes were 5000/1 to win the title at the start of the season but defied the odds to finish ten points ahead of second-placed Arsenal. Barcelona - 2018/2019 In the 2018/2019 La Liga season, Barcelona looked to be cruising to the title with an 11-point lead over Atletico Madrid. However, a dip in form saw their lead reduced to just seven points with eight games to go. Barcelona managed to hold on to their lead and clinch the title, but it was a nervous end to the season for their fans. Chelsea - 2016/2017 Antonio Conte's Chelsea mounted a remarkable comeback in the 2016/2017 season. After losing 3-0 to Arsenal in September, Chelsea went on a 13-game winning streak that saw them surge to the top of the table. They eventually won the title by seven points, finishing ahead of Tottenham Hotspur. Real Madrid - 2019/2020 In the 2019/2020 La Liga season, Real Madrid trailed Barcelona by two points with 11 games to go. However, they managed to win all of their remaining games while Barcelona dropped points, allowing Real Madrid to clinch the title with a game to spare. These examples show that it is not impossible for a team to mount a comeback and win the title. However, Arsenal will need to do something special to overcome Manchester City's two-point lead with just three games to go. They will need to win all of their remaining games and hope that City drop points along the way. One factor that could work in Arsenal's favour is their relatively easier run-in compared to City. Arsenal's remaining games are against Aston Villa, Crystal Palace, and Everton, while City still have to face Tottenham Hotspur and Liverpool. However, both teams will need to be at their best if they want to come out on top. In conclusion, while Arsenal's title hopes have taken a severe blow after their loss to Manchester City, all hope is not lost yet. History shows that teams have mounted improbable comebacks in the past, and Arsenal can draw inspiration from these examples. It will be a tough ask, but if they can win all of their remaining games and hope that City drop points, they could still win their first title in almost two decades. Send a message. Free Research Preview. ChatGPT may produce