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Jamie Carragher thinks Fleetwood defeat could actually help Arsenal win the Premier League

Arsenal head to Anfield on Sunday with a six-point lead over Liverpool, and the dust is only just settling on Tuesday’s embarrassing Carabao Cup exit…

Published: Saturday, 31 October 2026 at 2:00 PM
Jamie Carragher thinks Fleetwood defeat could actually help Arsenal win the Premier League
Key Things to Know
  • Jamie Carragher argues Arsenal's Carabao Cup exit to Fleetwood could aid their Premier League title pursuit.
  • The cup exit eliminates a December quarter-final and a two-legged semi-final from Arsenal's schedule.
  • Arsenal currently hold a six-point lead over Liverpool ahead of their upcoming match at Anfield.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Jamie Carragher stated that Arsenal's Carabao Cup penalty shootout defeat to League Two side Fleetwood could ultimately benefit their Premier League title hopes. Speaking on Overlap Daily, the former Liverpool defender argued that avoiding December quarter-finals and two-legged semi-finals frees up midweeks and gives Mikel Arteta's squad crucial rest.

Arsenal hold a six-point lead over Liverpool ahead of Sunday's match at Anfield, with a victory capable of expanding that gap to nine points. Arsenal Insider highlights that the reduced fixture congestion may help the squad manage injuries, including Bukayo Saka's absence until December.

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