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Arsenal Remain Title Contenders After City Loss, Rice Says

4/24/2026

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Arsenal stay in the Premier League title race despite a loss to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.
Midfielder Declan Rice told captain Martin Ødegaard that the title race is “not done.”
Manager Pep Guardiola said Rice’s comment shows Arsenal’s strong mentality and why they remain contenders.
Former Manchester United players Roy Keane and Gary Neville said Rice appeared defeated and doubted his confidence after the match.

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Arsenal stay in the Premier League title race despite a loss to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.
Midfielder Declan Rice told captain Martin Ødegaard that the title race is “not done.”
Manager Pep Guardiola said Rice’s comment shows Arsenal’s strong mentality and why they remain contenders.
Former Manchester United players Roy Keane and Gary Neville said Rice appeared defeated and doubted his confidence after the match.