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Arsenal icon backs Neville claim on Gunners title chances

Arsenal legend Ray Parlour has backed the Gunners to win the title, echoing comments made by Gary Neville before the 2-2 with Spurs.

Man Utd icon Neville revealed he believed Arsenal would win the title with an “ambitious prediction”.

Now, Parlour has backed this sentiment, telling Mighty Tips via Football.London: “I think Arsenal have every chance.

“Last year they came close, but there were a couple of bad mistakes from an Arsenal point of view. The West Ham game, 2-0 up, and ended up drawing. Liverpool, 2-0 up…

“They’ve just got to see games out a little bit more. But Fulham was similar this season if I’m being honest.

“2-1 up with 10 men, and they conceded, and that could be two big points. Every point is so important in the Premier League.”

“I played against Man United teams that didn’t drop points regularly. You’ve always got to keep putting pressure on the opposition. I certainly think they have the squad for it.

“I can see why Man City are favourites to win it again because of the squad they have.

“But I can see why the bookmakers probably position Arsenal as second favourites because they pushed them last year.

“They’ve just got to learn from their mistakes. But they’re certainly capable of winning the league.”