William Saliba joins Arsenal fans in embracing the unthinkable

In a twist of fate that only the Premier League title race could produce, Arsenal defender William Saliba finds himself in an unusual position: cheering for Tottenham Hotspur. With Manchester City breathing down their necks, Arsenal’s title hopes now hinge on their North London rivals getting a result against the reigning champions.

Saliba acknowledges the strange dynamic, noting, “Spurs will try to win. Their fans don’t want them to win against City, but they are good competitors, so they will try their best to win.” He understands that Tottenham’s motivation to secure a Champions League spot will outweigh any desire to see their rivals lift the trophy. “I don’t think it changes anything for the Tottenham players, because they want to play in the Champions League next season.”

Despite the fierce rivalry, Saliba is hoping for a Tottenham victory, admitting, “All the Arsenal team will be Tottenham fans on Tuesday. Let’s pray for Tuesday.” He recognizes the importance of the match, stating, “Tottenham is a very good team. Our games with them were not easy. I hope they will be at their best.”

For Arsenal, the focus remains on their own final match against Everton. “I hope it will be a good week,” Saliba said. “We did our job today. We have another job next week and let’s see what happens.” However, for one night, Arsenal’s fate lies in the hands of their fiercest rivals, creating a surreal scenario that highlights the unpredictable nature of the Premier League title race.