Arsenal have fallen short of Liverpool in the Premier League title race but what is the true narrative of their season?

13 March 2025, 15:48 | Updated: 16 March 2025, 05:45

Forever destined to fall short? Killed by the misfortune of injuries and red cards? Stung by a failure to strengthen their squad?

Arsenal's Premier League struggles this season have prompted debate as to the causes but, ahead of their Super Sunday clash with Chelsea, we ask: what is the true narrative of their campaign?

The Gunners are through to the Champions League last eight but they sit 15 points behind champions-elect Liverpool as they prepare to host Chelsea on Sunday, having finished as runners-up to Manchester City in the last two seasons.

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