Title within reach, Arteta deal close

Title within touching distance

Arsenal are on the verge of their first Premier League title since 2004 (1). A win against Burnley at the Emirates on Monday would open up a five-point gap over Manchester City with only the final matchweek remaining (6). The financial reward is significant too — winning the league brings a sizeable payout, though the exact Premier League prize money distribution depends on final position and TV appearances (1).

Arteta's new deal edging closer

Mikel Arteta is expected to sign a new contract with Arsenal, with Fabrizio Romano reporting the club have long-term plans in place for the manager (2). After transforming the side into genuine title contenders, tying him down is seen as a foundational move for sustained success (2).

Mendieta on why Raya sits for Spain

Gaizka Mendieta says David Raya's lack of starts for Spain comes down to one thing: Unai Simón's established command of the position (3). Mendieta acknowledged Raya's quality with the ball at his feet but explained that Simón's longer tenure and trust within the national team setup keeps him ahead — for now (3).

Glasner won't rotate against you

Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner insists he will not rotate his squad when facing Arsenal, despite Palace having a European final to prepare for (5). You'll face a full-strength Palace side determined to spoil the party (5).

Burnley preview: expect dominance

Arsenal are heavy favourites at home to Burnley on Monday night (4). The prediction models point to a comfortable Gunners win, with a handicap bet — Arsenal to win by at least two goals — seen as the smart play (6). City are breathing down your neck, but a five-point lead with one game left would make the final day a coronation (6) (7).

Fan-reaktioner

The mood on r/Gunners is electric but reflective. Billy Carpenter's long-running 'Billy's BBQ' column captured the emotion of Saka's winner and the collective belief now surging through the fanbase ahead of the final home game. Training-ground clips and pre-season speculation are bubbling alongside it all, but everything orbits one thing: the title.

Sources

  • 1. justarsenal.com — How much will Arsenal make if they win the Premier League this season
  • 2. justarsenal.com — Fabrizio Romano gives a new update on Arsenal’s plans for Mikel Arteta’s future
  • 3. justarsenal.com — Gaizka Mendieta explains why Raya can’t start games for Spain
  • 4. cbssports.com — Arsenal vs. Burnley prediction, odds, expert best bets for English Premier League on Monday, May 18
  • 5. dailycannon.com — Crystal Palace boss insists he won’t rotate vs Arsenal
  • 6. corrieredellosport.it — Pronostico Arsenal-Burnley, un quasi testacoda: 1 handicap oppure…
  • 7. telegraaf.nl — LIVE Premier League: handvol Nederlanders in actie bij Brighton en Sunderland, emotioneel afscheid Casemiro bij Manchester United