Burnley today, title in sight
Arsenal host relegated Burnley at the Emirates today in what could be the afternoon that all but seals your first league title since 2004. You're top of the table and a win would put you one step closer to the finish line with only a handful of games left. (1)
Trossard: the man for the moment
Leandro Trossard has a goal and an assist in the last two matches and could be decisive again. He thrives in these exact situations — a must-win game at home against a side already down. Expect him to be heavily involved. (2)
Arteta turned the pain into power
Mikel Arteta has called the loss to Manchester City earlier this season a reset moment. That defeat has fuelled the run since — and it shows. The team hasn't looked back. (3)
Tonali price tag: £80m
Arsenal remain interested in Sandro Tonali but Newcastle will demand £80 million or more for the midfielder. Pete O'Rourke confirms clubs have been told what it will take. That's a big number for a summer move. (4)
Glasner promises Palace's strongest side
Oliver Glasner says Crystal Palace will field their strongest team against Arsenal — but will also manage minutes ahead of the Conference League final. It's the last game at Selhurst Park this season, so they want to send the fans home happy. (5)
Zubimendi: the scars are the fuel
Incoming signing Martin Zubimendi says the pain of Arsenal's previous near-misses is driving this title charge. He's been watching, and he knows what it means to you. The hunger to finally get over the line is real. (6)
City's FA Cup win? Forgotten already
Manchester City beat Chelsea in the FA Cup but the celebrations were muted. Pep Guardiola's squad has already shifted focus to stopping Arsenal in the league. The title race is all that matters to them now — that tells you everything about where this battle stands. (8)
Fan-reaktioner
Gunners fans on Reddit aren't buying Glasner's talk of playing the strongest team — they smell a weakened Palace side with the Conference League final around the corner. Glasner doubled down, saying Palace aren't responsible for Arsenal or City and just want to give their fans a good last home game. The mood is confident but watchful. Read the discussion here.