This is the Premier League era of time-wasting and the awkward slog. It’s little wonder that Arsenal are champions.
Dharnish Iqbal argues that Arsenal are the ideal champions for a modern Premier League defined by extreme physicality, tactical disruption, and combative play. The writer highlights that managers have moved away from imitating Pep Guardiola's style, with clubs instead embracing aggressive duels and set-piece strength to disrupt possession-heavy opponents.
According to the analysis, Mikel Arteta transformed Arsenal into defensive and physical powerhouses capable of out-scrapping aggressive opposition. Iqbal notes that despite games becoming more stop-start and abrasive, this shift has leveled the playing field for lower-budget sides challenging the division's traditional elite.
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