2022 was a year full of fantastic highs and very low lows for Arsenal as the side took a step towards being more competitive at the back end of last season, but missed out on a return to the Champions League in the final few games. A summer of new recruits showed there was no sign of a hangover from the previous campaign, with the Gunners coming out the traps quickest.
That has showed little to no sign of slowing up as they ended the year top of the Premier League table and seven-points clear of Manchester City in second. There's still plenty to do, but if they continue their good form then 2023 could prove to be the year they lift the title once again.
However, they face the ultimate test of those credentials early on this year as they face Newcastle, Tottenham, Manchester United and Manchester City in the opening weeks. First up are the Magpies, who have become competitors at the top of the league after a huge turnaround at the club.
