Have Arsenal cemented status as clean sheet kings after shutting Man City down?

Manchester City and Arsenal are two of the three teams in the title race. (Photo Credit: Imago)

Have Arsenal cemented status as clean sheet kings after shutting Man City down?

Izuchukwu Akawor 08:14 - 01.04.2024

Arsenal shut down another host in the Premier League after a barren affair against Man City.

Arsenal have cemented their status as the "clean sheet kings" of the Premier League this season after their resolute defensive display in the 0-0 draw against champions Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.

The Gunners have now kept a clean sheet in 12 of their 29 league games so far this campaign, more than any other team in the English top flight. 

Arsenal - Clean Sheet Kings

Remarkably, four of those shutouts have come in their last four away matches, a testament to the organisation and discipline instilled by manager Mikel Arteta.

The stalemate against City was a potential title decider, with the reigning champions held to a goalless draw by Arteta's well-drilled side.

Pep Guardiola will host his former assistant Mikel Arteta and his Arsenal on super Sunday.
Master vs Apprentice: Pep Guardiola hosted his former assistant Mikel Arteta and his Arsenal at the Etihad. (Photo Credit: Imago)

The result saw Arsenal drop from first to second in the table, two points behind league leaders Liverpool, who defeated Brighton and Hove Albion 2-1.

Arsenal have been the standout defensive team in the Premier League this season, with their backline led by the impressive duo of William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes, a revelation after their ability to keep clean sheets.

Saliba and Gabriel celebrating this season. || Imago

The Gunners' defensive resilience has not gone unnoticed, with pundits and fans alike praising the team's ability to stifle the attacking threat of the reigning champions.

As the season progresses, Arsenal's ability to maintain their defensive solidity will be crucial to their hopes of challenging for and potentially winning the Premier League title. 

David Raya, Arsenal's goalkeeper has kept 10 clean sheets this season. | X/ @ArsenalNewsChan

For now, though, the Gunners can take pride in their status as the "clean sheet kings" of the league, a reputation that has been hard-earned through their disciplined and organised defensive performances.

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