“Mikel Merino: Arsenal Will Rise to the Challenge in Premier League Title Race”

Mikel Merino believes that Arsenal will excel under the pressure of their Premier League title challenge, despite currently trailing league leaders Liverpool by nine points. He pointed to the team's resilience demonstrated during their recent 1-1 draw against Chelsea as a testament to their character. In that match, Arsenal conceded an equalizer from Pedro Neto in the 70th minute, which could have been a turning point given their struggles since mid-October. The team had managed to secure only one point from their last three league matches and faced a defeat against Inter in the Champions League just days prior. Merino expressed confidence in the squad's mentality, stating, "The mentality of these guys is unbelievable," highlighting their ability to cope with the pressures of the title race.