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By Piyush Wankhede
Posted on February 11, 2026 1:45 am | Updated on February 10, 2026 9:18 pm
A last minute goal by Manchester City against Liverpool has been a challenge to Arsenal and their chances of winning the title race. According to reports, Ex-Manchester United Football Club Player Roy Keane has given this verdict. That 2–1 comeback win Of Manchester City against Liverpool by a late penalty kick into added time shifted momentum in many unpredictable ways. In this case, Roy Keane feels that it handed Pep Guardiola’s team great confidence. Also, it gave a chance for Arsenal to worry about. Even though the Gunners stay ahead by six points, tension grows more now with just thirteen games left to play. The race feels narrower suddenly. Also, this tells us that to win the Premier League title race Arsenal will have to be careful with their next games.
🚨🎙️| Roy keane: 🗣️
"Honestly, that Manchester City win over Liverpool put Arsenal title hope in danger, City has shifted psychologically now and I believe they could go on and win the league just like 22/23, I don't think Arsenal has the mental strength to go on"
(@el_quimic0) pic.twitter.com/orkvZ5a4ET
— Arsenal Rep (@Arsenal_rep1) February 9, 2026
Title Race- Arsenal Leads; City Make A Comeback!
Few saw it coming when Manchester City turned things around deep into stoppage time against Liverpool at Anfield. Manchester City were losing the match 1-0 but then they found energy nobody expected. A sharp finish from Bernardo Silva changed the game just before game became more intense. After a while, came Haaland stepping up where others might hesitate. He scored a penalty in a high pressure situation as only few seconds were left in the match. Liverpool had controlled large parts, yet walked off empty handed. Six points now separate City from Gunners at the top. This is narrower than many people thought after such dominance higher up the table in the title race by Arsenal. As a result, nothing feels settled now. The chase and comeback begins to win the Premier League.
That victory meant more than just points, Roy Keane said it shifted something unseen. A win like that lifts one team while quietly shaking another. He feels that such wins increases the belief in the team which can help especially when the title race is very tight. Not every match is about the goals only, sometimes it’s the weight and influence behind them. Late season pressure in a title race often trace back to moments like these. Confidence grows where doubt is planted in rivals.
This story gains weight from what Guardiola himself has said, the City boss feels lots of matches remain where small differences and steady performances will shape who wins it. The Premier League has seen teams lose the lead. In this case, Arsenal will now have a lot to do.
"You're not winning league titles with ten draws"
Roy Keane says Arsenal haven't had the right mentality for the last few games. pic.twitter.com/oShNvPPuU3
— Sky Sports Premier League (@SkySportsPL) March 9, 2025
Psyochological Impact and Arsenal’s Response?
Arsenal carries the weight of two decades without a Premier League trophy. Now, the tension feels less about history and more about what happens next. These words like Keane’s Echo through the locker room whether it is liked or not. What matters most is how each player handles that noise during matches. Some squads grow sharper when pushed hard others break at the wrong moment. Manchester City made a come back once before, proving titles shift fast in this league. Staying steady, staying strong that is where Arsenal’s real test lies.
When fans hear different takes on Arsenal, it shifts how they see the race end. Experts feel composure matters more than ever for the Gunners right now. The way Arsenal respond to what’s said around them by reporters, rivals, pressure shapes their path forward just when every match from now will be a high pressure one.
Conclusion
Manchester City have made a strong comeback in the title race after their late goal win against Liverpool. Although Arsenal are 6 points ahead of Manchester City, they will feel the pressure. Roy Keane feels City can now push for trophy. However, if Arsenal continue their momentum and do not let themselves break under pressure they might win.
It will be interesting to see how the Premier League title race will end? Will Arsenal Find Glory? Share your opinion in the comments below.
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