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Gary Neville aims sarcastic dig at Arsenal amid Premier League title hopes ahead of Newcastle

Former Manchester United defender and pundit Gary Neville appears to have aimed a sarcastic tweet at Arsenal fans, already declaring the side as "champions". It comes ahead of the Gunners' huge top of the table clash against Newcastle at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday night.

The side moved seven points clear of nearest challengers Manchester City just a few days ago, extending their lead at the summit since their return to action from a six-week break. They will have their title credentials firmly tested in the next few weeks with some big games coming up.

First of those is against the Magpies, who are in third and sit only two points behind the Citizens in second, with Mikel Arteta expecting a tough clash: "A very good team. Very well coached. I think what Eddie has done in that short period of time, you look at the numbers, it’s incredible. Big credit to him and his coaching staff.

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