BREAKING NEWS: Arsenal’s next five Premier League fixtures, following their win over Nottingham Forest, appear favorable compared to those of title rivals Liverpool and Manchester City. This gives Mikel Arteta’s side a strong opportunity to climb to the top of the table. With City and Liverpool likely to drop points in their tougher schedules, Arsenal are well-placed to capitalize on the situation.

Arsenal have become a more formidable team with the return of Martin Ødegaard. Although they currently trail Liverpool by nine points, raising doubts about their Premier League title aspirations, Ødegaard’s presence has reignited optimism that the race is still wide open.

Ødegaard’s influence extends beyond boosting morale; he exerts complete control over Arsenal’s game. His return to the Emirates has been crucial, as evidenced by his remarkable performance in the victory over Chelsea.

In that match, his unique vision and precise passing set the tone for Arsenal’s attack. Similarly, in the commanding 3-0 win against Nottingham Forest, Ødegaard was the heartbeat of the team, dictating play and orchestrating Arsenal’s dominance.

Even in the absence of Ben White on the right flank alongside Bukayo Saka, Ødegaard seamlessly controlled the tempo. His touches were flawless, and he linked play with ease, underscoring his vital role in the squad.

Though he deserved an assist for his efforts, it was Saka’s brilliance that led to Arsenal’s opener, after which the team took complete control.

Manager Mikel Arteta, often cautious with substitutions, felt confident enough to rest Ødegaard, bringing on Raheem Sterling late in the game.

However, one lingering regret might be the limited opportunities afforded to Ethan Nwaneri during Ødegaard’s absence.

Looking ahead, Ødegaard’s return provides Arsenal with a significant boost during a critical stretch of fixtures. The period leading up to the New Year will be decisive for their title ambitions, as they face challenging opponents in the coming weeks:

1. West Ham (A) – November 30: Arsenal enter as favorites against a struggling West Ham side, despite a demanding Champions League clash against Sporting CP.

2. Manchester United (H) – December 4: Under the Emirates lights, Arsenal should have the edge if they replicate their Forest performance.

3. Fulham (A) – December 8: Fulham’s strong form and history of troubling Arsenal make this a tricky fixture.

4. Everton (H) – December 14: Despite Everton’s struggles, Sean Dyche’s teams often cause problems, so caution is needed.

5. Crystal Palace (A) – December 21: Palace, weakened by injuries to key players, present a favorable opportunity for Arsenal to secure three points.

Meanwhile, title rivals Liverpool and Manchester City also face challenging schedules, ensuring that the title race remains a tightly contested battle heading into the new year.

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