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Manchester City and Arsenal must be able to win if they want to be at the top today, because if the result of their match is a draw, it will make Liverpool a little relieved. Because Liverpool will definitely try to win in today's match in order to continue to be in a position to compete for the title this season, because a draw or loss is a result that will leave Liverpool behind and that is clearly not the result they want at this time. So the top three teams today will both try to win in order to get full points and remain in contention for the title.
The match of Manchester City vs Arsenal sounds like a deciding game of the season, because both are challenging for the title. But in reality, The match only affects the points gap between themself and Liverpool. The title race will still continue even if one wins the game, because the points gap is still close enough. Manchester City and Arsenal understand the importance of winning in their match today, because a draw would provide Liverpool with some relief.
The desire to stay in contention for the title makes the three teams have to win all their remaining matches. Every point gained or dropped could have a profound impact on the final standings. Each team have to accept that a slip-up today could potentially cost their title ambitions. The season is approaching its climax, the pressure only intensifies and heightens the drama and excitement surrounding every fixture.