"Arsenal are closing in on a first Premier League title in 22 years after opening a nine-point gap at the top of the table by beating Everton and seeing title rivals Manchester City drop points at West Ham. The Gunners have 70 points after 31 games, while City have 61 points after 30 matches."
"Arsenal can finish on 91 points if they win all their remaining games, while City can achieve a maximum of 85 points. City have a game in hand over Arsenal and also host the Gunners at the Etihad on 19 April, but the title is now firmly out of their hands."
"If Arsenal win all of their remaining fixtures, including beating City, they can be crowned champions with two games to spare with a draw at West Ham on 9 May. But if City drop points before Arsenal's trip to London Stadium, and Arsenal maintain their winning run, the title will be decided even earlier."
"Arsenal also have a vastly superior goal difference to City, currently seven ahead of their challengers. Opta's calculations put Arsenal's chance of winning the title at 97.42%."
Arsenal has established a commanding position in the Premier League title race after defeating Everton while Manchester City dropped points against West Ham. With 70 points from 31 matches, Arsenal leads City by nine points, though City has a game in hand. Arsenal can secure the title with two games remaining if they win all fixtures, including against City at the Etihad on 19 April. City's maximum possible points total of 85 falls short of Arsenal's potential 91 points. Arsenal's superior goal difference of seven points further strengthens their position. Statistical analysis indicates Arsenal has a 97.42% probability of winning the title.
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