Gary Neville drops one-word Premier League title prediction amid Arsenal and Tottenham advantage

Former Manchester United star Gary Neville has continued to back Arsenal to win the Premier League title this season. The Gunners have started the 2023/24 season in sizzling form and are one of only two teams to avoid defeat in the league.

Mikel Arteta's men have won six of their nine Premier League games to find themselves two points behind north London rivals Tottenham at the top. They also top their Champions League group at the midway stage following Tuesday's win over Sevilla.

The Gunners' 1-0 win over Manchester City before the international break was a huge boost and Saturday's comeback against Chelsea to rescue a point demonstrated their ability to overcome any hurdles, something they struggled with last season.

Tottenham's emphatic start to life under Ange Postecoglou means there are three teams competing at the top, yet many have predicted Arsenal and Man City to go the distance once again.

Pep Guardiola's men are currently without Kevin De Bruyne and it's expected that they will rediscover their form once the Belgian arrives. However, Neville remains confident that Arsenal will end their 20-year wait for a league title.

Asked on X, formerly Twitter, on Thursday morning during a Q&A, Neville suggested the Gunners will win the Premier League after being asked about his title race thoughts. It isn't the first time the ex-United star has predicted glory for Arteta's side.

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Following the 4-0 win at AFC Bournemouth, Neville explained why he has backed the north Londoners. He said on the Gary Neville Podcast: «I’ve got Arsenal to win the league this year. That