Watch: Declan Rice suffers hilarious Community Shield mishap after Arsenal beat Man City

Arsenal perhaps favourites to retain Premier League title

Arsenal’s victory will only increase optimism around their chances of successfully defending the Premier League title.

Arteta’s squad has already been strengthened during the summer, adding further quality to a team that lifted the league trophy last season.

New arrival Christos Tzolis has also made an encouraging early impression, while Arsenal’s established core continues to provide the consistency that has made them one of England’s strongest sides.

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And Bruno Guimaraes also formed a strong partnership with Rice in the centre of the pitch, making the duo one of the strongest midfield pairs on paper.

The Gunners are also expected to benefit from instability among several of their major rivals.

Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea are all clubs in transition with the three clubs starting the season under new head coaches.

And while Tottenham brought in Roberto De Zerbi towards the end of last season, he too will be starting the new season having led a squad overhaul at the club.

As the clubs attempt to rebuild and adapt through the season, this would give Arsenal an important advantage.