Gary Lineker has also made a significant change in his title pick, citing City's superior momentum and Arsenal's sudden lack of defensive solidity. The legendary striker expressed deep concerns over the Gunners' recent loss of form during a period where City have looked "absolutely brilliant" on the pitch.
Reflecting on the shift in momentum onThe Rest is Football podcast, Lineker said: "They had nothing against Bournemouth, no creativity whatsoever. They didn’t seem to have any belief at all. They weren’t even very good defensively and they’ve pretty much been able to guarantee that this season. It was the first time I thought they might not win the title, particularly following Man City’s performance against Chelsea in the second half when I thought they were absolutely brilliant.
"I just thought to myself, for the first time I’m actually not sure Arsenal are going to do it. I’ve been convinced for months but I’m not sure now. Next week’s game is a monster, isn’t it? I’ve been telling everyone I know that Arsenal will be fine and that they’re not going to choke. But they’re stuttering, they’ve lost their form at the moment and we know how important momentum is. And all the momentum now is with Man City.
"It’s so tough to call now but if you said you need to put your life on the line, which I’d hate to have to do under these circumstances, I’d probably now go City because I think they will win next week."