Belief, unity, and tenacity: Arsenal ticked all the boxes

With Chelsea and Manchester United still in the wilderness, it’s fair to say that it still feels like a two-horse title race in the long term

VITAL INTERVENTION: Declan Rice of Arsenal clears the ball during the Premier League match against Manchester City at Emirates Stadium. Pic: Ryan Pierse/Getty Images

They say you need belief, unity, tenacity and a perfect squad to deliver Premier League titles in an era dominated by foreign investment and outstanding coaches - Arsenal ticked three boxes on one heady afternoon.

This was a day when title credentials were under intense scrutiny and on which the Gunners, having missed an opportunity to beat Tottenham in similar circumstances earlier in the month, needed to stand up despite significant injury problems.