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Arsenal look as if they are in serious danger of choking again in the title race.
It is now back in Manchester City's hands because if Pep Guardiola's men win all their games - including against Arsenal at the Etihad - then they will be crowned champions.
But what do Arsenal actually need to do to get over the line? Last week, chief football writer John Cross predicted Arsenal would need eight wins from their remaining 12 games to be crowned champions.
The slip-up at Wolves - throwing away a 2-0 lead - may have wounded Arsenal both mentally and physically. But they are still in with a big shout.
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They failed to get the first of those eight wins at Wolves, so they may come up just short. But will it be enough to see off Manchester City while Aston Villa are still in the mix?
Last season, Liverpool won the title with 84 points - 10 points clear of Arsenal in second place - and this season is highly likely to see the champions only reach in the low 80s.
Here is John Cross's prediction for the rest of the season for Arsenal.
Sunday v Tottenham (away)
This has got disaster written all over it for Arsenal. They looked shattered mentally and physically at Wolves. Tottenham have injuries but a new manager and they will be so up for this one.
Score prediction: 2-1 defeat
March 1 v Chelsea (home)
Arsenal have a strong record against Chelsea and have beaten them twice already this season. But this will be such a highly-charged and pressurised London derby. Normally a draw would not be the worst result.
Score prediction: 1-1 draw
March 4 v Brighton (away)
This is a must-win for Arsenal and you would have to think they would do it to keep their title hopes alive. Brighton have been in poor form but have been tricky for Arsenal. Even the Emirates game was nervous.
Score prediction: 1-2 win
March 15 v Everton (home)
File this under “if you want to have any chance of winning the title…” Arsenal should win this game and get a much-needed three points.
Score prediction: 2-1 win
April 11 v Bournemouth (home)
Last season, Arsenal slipped up at home to Bournemouth and this will be no easy fixture. But they should be able to get this one over the line.
Score prediction : 2-1 win
April 18 v Man City (away)
Arsenal have not won at Manchester City in the Pep Guardiola era. They will surely have to win this to win the title. But it is hard to see them doing it on current form.
Score prediction: 3-1 defeat
April 25 v Newcastle (home)
Another game where Arsenal have to win - but face tricky opponents. Last season when Arsenal were struggling they still managed to get the job done. Just.
Score prediction: 2-1 win
May 2 v Fulham (home)
Again, they have to win this one. It is one of the more friendly fixtures and maybe Fulham’s season might be over by May.
Score prediction : 3-1 win
May 9 v West Ham (away)
West Ham will surely be fighting for their lives and this may evoke memories of April 2023 when they blew a two-goal lead. Sound familiar?
Score prediction: 1-2 win
May 17 v Burnley (home)
What will Arsenal’s nerves be like by now? Burnley will surely be down and Arsenal have to win this one.
Score prediction: 3-0 win
May 24 v Crystal Palace (away)
This is a toughie to finish. Clearly, the Premier League fixture computer were not expecting Arsenal to be champions otherwise you finish at home for the trophy presentation.
Score prediction: 1-1 draw
Final standing
Position: 2nd
Wins: 24
Draws: 9
Defeats: 5
Points: 81
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