Gary Neville faced pushback from fellow pundit Robbie Mustoe after suggesting that Arsenal had regressed following their 1-1 draw with Brentford at the Emirates Stadium. The draw left Arsenal trailing league leaders Liverpool by 10 points, prompting manager Mikel Arteta to admit that winning the title this season was now “unlikely.”
Should Arsenal hold onto second place, it would mark their third consecutive runner-up finish. However, this time the gap between first and second appears wider than in previous seasons. Neville argued that with Manchester City underperforming, Arsenal missed a golden opportunity to seize the title, labeling their league campaign as disappointing. He criticized their recruitment strategy and highlighted drop-offs in performance from key players like Odegaard and Havertz.
However, Mustoe countered Neville’s assessment, arguing that Arsenal have actually made progress and that their setbacks are largely due to injuries. He maintained that the squad has remained competitive despite challenges and deserves more credit.
Mustoe’s defense of Arsenal has gone viral on social media, with many fans applauding him for challenging Neville’s harsh take. Supporters praised Mustoe for providing a more balanced and thoughtful perspective, in contrast to what they saw as Neville’s sensationalist narrative. Some even accused Neville of pushing an agenda, while others appreciated Mustoe for bringing “common sense” into the discussion.
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