Arsenal need only avoid defeat at Chelsea to prove their Premier League title credentials, says Paul Merson.
The former Gunners star has highlighted the double-digit points difference between the two teams ahead of their meeting at Stamford Bridge on Sunday - with Mikel Arteta still having a point to prove.
“This is a massive game for both teams, for different reasons,” he told Sportskeeda.
“If Arsenal win, they will go 13 points clear of Chelsea. Let's be realistic now - Manchester United, Liverpool, and Chelsea aren't talking about winning the Premier League title.
“The title race is over for them, and they're looking for a top-four finish.
“If Arsenal win this game, they'd have to lose five football matches for Chelsea to catch them, and that's if Chelsea don't lose themselves. This is a big game for Arsenal, and they'll need to avoid defeat. They need to make sure they're not flat-track bullies.
“If Arsenal don't lose this match, you'd expect them to be in the running for the Premier League title for a long time.”
Merson, 54, expects the lunchtime kick-off to end all square.
He added: “I think this match will end in a draw, and that'll be a good result for Arsenal.”
