🇬🇧 United Kingdom Sports2 November 2026

Steven Gerrard backs Arsenal to win the Premier League

By the AFREEQUE newsroom, based on Daily Post

Former England international Steven Gerrard is sticking with his prediction that Arsenal will win the English league title, after the London club beat Liverpool. He also believes three teams can still challenge for top spot, according to the Daily Post Nigeria, which reported his remarks on 2 November 2026.

Former England midfielder Steven Gerrard is sticking with his prediction that Arsenal will win the Premier League, according to the Daily Post. He made the prediction before the start of the season and reaffirmed it after Arsenal's 1-0 win against Liverpool on Sunday 1 November.

Mikel Arteta's side are now top of the table, three points ahead of their nearest challengers, the Nigerian outlet said. Arsenal won the title last season, ending a 22-year wait for the London club.

Steven Gerrard reiterated his position the day after Arsenal's win against Liverpool, already reported in the article about Arsenal in the Premier League, on 1 November 2026.

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