Gary Lineker Drops Fresh Arsenal Title Verdict After Gary Neville’s On-Air Man City Claim

Gary Lineker delivers fresh Arsenal title verdict after Gary Neville warns Manchester City threat after dramatic Anfield comeback.

Gary Lineker has delivered a fresh Arsenal verdict following Gary Neville’s dramatic on-air claim that Manchester City still pose a serious threat in the Premier League title race.

Arsenal sit nine points clear at the top of the table after a commanding 3-0 win over Sunderland, but City’s late comeback draw against Liverpool at Anfield has reignited debate about whether the title race is truly settled.

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While Neville issued warnings, Lineker doubled down on his belief that Mikel Arteta’s side will finish the job.

During Sky Sports’ coverage of Liverpool vs Manchester City, Neville delivered a blunt assessment as City trailed 1-0.

“Well, ten minutes ago the title race was done,” he said live on air.

Moments later, City equalised — and Neville immediately shifted tone. He warned that Arsenal should fear Manchester City’s “big three characters”.

Neville’s message was clear: City remain dangerous, experienced, and psychologically battle-hardened for run-ins.

Lineker Responds: “Arsenal Will Win It”

Lineker wasted no time responding.

Speaking on The Rest Is Football podcast, he shut down the narrative of a City comeback.

“I still don’t think there’s any way that Arsenal won’t win it personally.”

It was a direct, confident statement — and one that reflects the growing belief around Arteta’s squad as their performances continue to match their league position.

The optimism isn’t built on opinion alone — it’s built on performance.

Arsenal’s 3-0 dismantling of Sunderland underlined their control of the title race:

• Viktor Gyökeres delivered a ruthless brace
• Martin Zubimendi dominated midfield control
• Defensive stability remained elite
• Game management looked composed and mature

This isn’t just winning — it’s title-winning football.

Despite the growing gap, Pep Guardiola has refused to concede the title race, warning that “a lot can happen” in the remaining fixtures — a reminder of City’s history of late-season surges.

Neville echoed that view, predicting City will “put pressure” on Arsenal deep into the run-in.

But pressure only matters if the leaders crack — and so far, Arsenal haven’t shown any signs of it.

With 13 games remaining, fixture difficulty comparisons slightly favour Arsenal.

Yes, challenges remain — including clashes with Chelsea and Tottenham — but Arsenal’s consistency, squad depth, and defensive structure offer a clear edge over City’s unpredictability this season.

Sunderland manager Régis Le Bris summed it up simply, calling Arsenal “ruthless” after their defeat — a label that fits a team playing with clarity, confidence, and control.

Arsenal’s Title Mentality Is Now Undeniable

This season feels different.

Not louder.
Not flashier.
Just stronger.

Arsenal now look:

• Emotionally stable under pressure
• Tactically mature in big moments
• Mentally disciplined in close games
• Structurally consistent across competitions

Lineker’s confidence reflects what the performances already show — Arsenal aren’t chasing the title anymore. They’re managing it.

Gary Neville sees danger.
Gary Lineker sees inevitability.

And right now, the football supports Lineker.

Arsenal don’t look like a team hoping to win the league.
They look like a team built to close it out.

The pressure is coming — but champions don’t fear pressure.
They absorb it.

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