The article analyzes the contrasting fortunes of Manchester United and Arsenal in the Premier League this season. Arsenal, sitting second, has accumulated 54 points but has seen a decline in several performance metrics compared to last season, suggesting a looming disappointment if they finish second again. In contrast, Manchester United finds itself in 14th place, with a poor goal difference and lackluster attacking performance, struggling to achieve consecutive victories. Despite these struggles, the underlying statistics affirm that both teams' standings reflect their performances accurately, indicating trouble for United and challenges for Arsenal in their title aspirations.
Arsenal's goal difference of +28 is second best while Manchester United's -6 reflects their correct league position, indicating their performance is aligned with the numbers.
Despite valid criticisms concerning Arsenal's lack of a striker, the team remains efficient with only Brentford and Liverpool outperforming them in shot conversion.
United's attacking struggles are evident, with only Southampton, Crystal Palace, and West Ham having a poorer shot conversion rate than their 9.3%.
The league table does not lie: Arsenal's 54 points show they are down compared to their total this time last season, despite being second.
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