Sports · 19 August 2026

Arsenal tipped to win Premier League, Man City to finish second

Phil McNulty, a BBC football expert, has shared his predictions for the upcoming Premier League season, forecasting Arsenal to win the title. He believes Mikel Arteta's side, having just secured their initial Premier League title after 22 years, are in perfect shape to retain the crown. Manchester City is predicted to come second, despite a new manager and several key player departures.

By BriefTea Editorial · 19 August 2026 at 7:34

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