Manchester United legend Wayne Rooney believes Manchester City hold a psychological advantage over Arsenal in the ongoing Premier League title race.
Speaking ahead of Sunday’s crucial clash at the Etihad Stadium, Rooney pointed to City’s experience under Pep Guardiola as a key factor that could prove decisive. According to him, Guardiola’s players are more accustomed to handling pressure in high stakes moments compared to Arsenal’s relatively younger squad.
Rooney explained that City’s composure during tense periods gives them an edge, especially when the title race tightens. He added that Arsenal could struggle mentally if results begin to slip, as doubts about scoring and winning may creep into their performances.
City boosted their title hopes with a commanding 3 0 victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge, closing the gap on league leaders Arsenal to six points with a game in hand. That outstanding fixture sets the stage for a potentially decisive encounter between the two sides.
Despite their strong position, Arsenal have shown signs of vulnerability in recent weeks, including a setback against Bournemouth. Rooney noted that such results can disrupt momentum and increase pressure as the season nears its conclusion.
He described the upcoming match as a possible title decider, suggesting that the winner could emerge as favourites to lift the trophy. However, he also acknowledged that a draw might still benefit Arsenal if they can maintain their lead at the top.
Rooney urged Mikel Arteta’s side to adopt a disciplined and resilient approach, emphasizing that stopping City from scoring should be their priority, regardless of playing style.
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