EPL: Arteta Plays Down Goal Difference As Arsenal Chase 1st Title In 22 Years

Mikel Arteta has insisted Arsenal’s primary focus remains winning matches rather than attempting to outscore rivals Manchester City in the race for the Premier League title.
Speaking ahead of Arsenal’s crucial weekend fixture, the Spanish tactician said goal difference would only become important if his side continued to secure victories in their remaining games. Manchester City strengthened their position on Wednesday after a commanding 3-0 victory over Crystal Palace pushed their goal difference to +43, one better than Arsenal’s tally of +42.
With only two matches left this season, the title race remains finely balanced. City are scheduled to face Bournemouth and Aston Villa, while ...