“That’s the most important thing” Paul Merson admits Arsenal were nervous

“That’s the most important thing” Paul Merson admits Arsenal were nervous

Paul Merson watched Arsenal struggle to beat Newcastle United in the Premier League today, and he admits he is not surprised because he senses nerves around the squad. The Gunners secured the result they required, but the performance again suggested the pressure of the title race is beginning to show.

Manchester City have reduced the gap between the two clubs in recent weeks, and momentum appears to be building with the reigning champions. Although Arsenal spent much of the season leading the table, the closing stages of the campaign are proving far more demanding.

Merson Detects Tension Around Arsenal

At this decisive point of the season, the men at the Emirates are finding it difficult to reproduce the level of form they showed earlier in the campaign. Matches that once looked manageable are now becoming tense and hard-fought contests.

Mikel Arteta continues to push his side towards victories regardless of the circumstances, but it remains uncertain whether Arsenal can maintain that approach through all of their remaining fixtures. Every match now carries enormous importance.

Arsenal also lack recent experience of winning the league title, with the club having gone more than 20 years without lifting the crown. Nevertheless, they remain in a strong position and still have an excellent opportunity to change that record this season.

Three Points Matter More Than Style

Merson shared his verdict after the match. As quoted by Sky Sports, he said: “A bag of nerves. But they’ve got the result they need. That’s the most important thing.