An observation made by Arsenal icon Jens Lehmann suggests that the Gunners’ cautious approach may hinder their chances of winning the Premier League title this season.
The current leaders in the title race are Mikel Arteta’s team, who have accumulated 80 points from 35 matches.
In contrast, Manchester City trails closely behind in second place with 79 points from 34 games.
Reflecting on the differences between the two teams, Lehmann remarked, “Their playing style is markedly dissimilar to ours—they tend to be more cautious and deliberate in their ball possession. While they exhibit greater physicality with more high-intensity runs, their pace of play is not as rapid as ours since we were known for our one-touch style.”
He added, “They tend to take multiple touches consecutively, and in football, excessive caution often does not lead to championship victories. It is typically the boldest teams that emerge victorious in the league. While I would be thrilled to see them clinch the title, in certain matches, this cautious approach has proven to be detrimental.”