McNulty predicts Arsenal to retain Premier League title

After ending a 22-year wait, Arsenal are tipped to go back-to-back under Mikel Arteta.

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Arsenal to win Premier League

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Bruno Guimaraes, Christos Tzolis

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Arsenal beat Manchester City

What happened. BBC chief football writer Phil McNulty predicts Arsenal will retain the Premier League title, having won it last season for the first time in 22 years.

Arsenal have quality everywhere and champion confidence.
Manchester City are in transition after losing Rodri, Bernardo Silva, and John Stones.
Nine new managers make this season's predictions toughest yet.

Mikel Arteta's side are in perfect shape to defend their crown, with new additions already impressing.

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