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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Sport
Philip Duncan

Arsenal star says team must deal better with ‘anxiety’ to end title drought

  • Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory over Chelsea on Sunday, which restored their five-point lead over Manchester City in the Premier League title race.
  • Defender Jurrien Timber, who scored the decisive goal, admitted the team needs to address “anxiety” problems that threaten their title bid.
  • Arsenal played the final 20 minutes against 10 men after Pedro Neto's dismissal but struggled with composure, requiring a crucial save from David Raya and benefiting from a disallowed late equaliser.
  • Timber highlighted that the team's tendency to stop playing when ahead or with a man advantage is a recurring issue that needs to be discussed and resolved.
  • With nine league matches remaining and participation in other cup competitions, Timber emphasised focusing on one game at a time, starting with Wednesday’s match against Brighton, as the Gunners aim to win their first league title since 2004.

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Jurrien Timber admits Arsenal must resolve ‘anxiety’ issues in Premier League title race

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