For most of the season, Arsenal 's focus has been on the Premier League title, something they haven't won since 2003/04.

In the last two seasons, Mikel Arteta's team lost to Man City in the last minute. This time, the Gunners watched Liverpool win the title early.

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Arsenal have their worst run of form since January 2022. Photo: Imago

Arsenal soon gave up on the League Cup and FA Cup. However, focusing on the Champions League ambition when the squad had many injured pillars made the London team pay the price.

After beating Real Madrid in the second leg of their Champions League quarter-final, Arsenal could only muster another win at Ipswich Town.

The Gunners have not won in their last five Premier League and Champions League games – three defeats and two draws. This is their longest winless run since January 2022.

In the most recent match, Arsenal players fought back to hold Liverpool to a 2-2 draw but it was not enough. Mikel Arteta needed more spirit in the second half of the match at Anfield.

Not only going through another empty-handed season, the Emirates Stadium team is also at risk of not being able to defend their runner-up position.

More seriously, Arsenal's ability to participate in the 2025/26 Champions League is under threat.

UEFA awarded 5 spots to the Premier League. English football added a 6th team to the Champions League thanks to the battle between MU and Tottenham in the Europa League final (2am on May 22).

There are many places, but the competition is also very high. This shows why the Premier League is the most watched in the world .

Except for Liverpool who have won the championship, no other team has yet secured a Champions League ticket.

Chelsea and Aston Villa's early wins have added to the intensity of the final leg, with Arsenal also worried about the possibility of being knocked out of the top five.

In round 37, Arsenal will face their direct opponent Newcastle (10:30 p.m. on May 18), which will be decisive for the chances of both teams.

Arsenal will qualify for the Champions League if they win. Then the final match against Southampton will no longer have any meaning.

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Arsenal to play Newcastle for Champions League ticket. Photo: Imago

In case of defeating Emirates, Newcastle will also have a ticket to the best football tournament in Europe, except for the "earthquake" in the last round (against Everton).

In the final home game at Emirates Stadium this season, Arsenal really want to give a gift to their fans. The club is calling for support from fans to have the most meaningful farewell.

However, Newcastle are formidable, especially in matches against strong opponents.

In the three meetings this season, between the Premier League and League Cup, Eddie Howe's side have won all three. The Gunners have not even scored a goal.

With 6 teams competing and 4 tickets remaining for the Champions League, the Premier League is more exciting than ever.

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