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Supercomputer calculates Arsenal’s chances of winning a historic double this season

Srinivas SadhanandSrinivas Sadhanand
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At a Glance:

  • Opta Supercomputer predicts Arsenal’s chances of winning the double.
  • How likely Arsenal are to win either the Premier League or the Champions League.
  • Chances of going trophyless.

With Arsenal reaching the Champions League final and being the favourites to become Premier League champions, the Gunners could win both trophies in the same season for the first time in their history.

In the title race, the Gunners have a five-point lead over Manchester City. While Pep Guardiola’s men still have a game in hand, Mikel Arteta’s side are best-placed to get over the line.

As far as the Champions League final is concerned, the English giants cannot be written off. Arsenal could beat PSG even though the French giants seem primed to defend their crown.

With stalwarts like Declan Rice leading by example and Arsenal hitting top gear at the right time, they could very well make history this term. The club’s chances of winning the historic double have come to light.

Supercomputer gives Arsenal a 46.5% chance of winning Premier League and Champions League

The Opta Supercomputer have given Arsenal a staggering 85.2% chance of beating Manchester City to the Premier League title this season.

Looking ahead to Arsenal’s clash against PSG, the probability of Mikel Arteta and Co trouncing Luis Enrique’s troops stands at 54.6%.

The Opta Supercomputer has put Arsenal’s chances of winning both trophies at 46.5%. What is exciting for Arsenal fans is their chances of winning at least one of the two pieces of silverware stands at 46.8%.

It seems most likely that Arsenal will shed their reputation as nearly-men at the end of the season as there is only a 6.7% chance that they will end up trophyless this season.

Arsenal would rather win the Premier League over the Champions League

Ideally, Mikel Arteta would like to lift both trophies. Not only because it would be a historic feat but because the Spaniard’s side have the quality to do so. However, if given the choice, Arsenal should perhaps be eyeing the Premier League title more than the Champions League.

Winning the league would represent Arsenal establishing themselves as the best team in the country, which would be a more tangible sign of gradual progress than becoming the champions of Europe.

Furthermore, there is no shame in losing a final to PSG but at this point of time, it would take a monumental collapse for the club not to win the league again.

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Srinivas Sadhanand is a writer for Read Arsenal and Read Man City, with over eight years of experience as a sports journalist. He has worked for established companies such as GRV Media, The Economic Times, Urban Pitch and Sportskeeda among several others. From interview athletes to writing detailed tactical pieces and covering the impact streetwear and music in football, he has many strings to his bow as a journalist. Being a lifelong Manchester City fan, he specialises in writing about them and the Premier League in particular. Away from the desk, he loves watching European football, cricket, films, listening to music and exploring new foods.

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