Declan Rice ‘hates’ watching ‘unbelievable’ Liverpool, Man City

Declan Rice, the Arsenal star, has expressed his frustration with watching the dominant performances of Liverpool and Manchester City in the Premier League title race. Despite acknowledging the excellence of these teams, Rice remains optimistic about Arsenal’s chances of lifting the trophy this season.

Currently sitting in third place, Arsenal trail Liverpool by five points and Manchester City by four. With crucial matches ahead, including a showdown against Manchester City, Rice believes that every game is pivotal in the title race. Reflecting on the strength of the league and the impressive performances of other teams like Tottenham and Aston Villa, Rice emphasized the tough competition in every fixture.

However, Rice remains confident in Arsenal’s ability to compete for the title. Drawing on the experience from last season’s near miss, he believes that Arsenal has learned from past mistakes and grown stronger mentally and tactically.

Despite the formidable competition, Rice believes that Arsenal has what it takes to succeed this season. With a strong sense of belief and determination, he and his teammates are relishing the challenge of competing in such a competitive league.

“I hate watching it now [the games],” Rice said. “We can’t control what others are doing. I see the results, but I just try to focus on what we’re doing.

“The league is so strong: City are unbelievable, Liverpool are unbelievable, Spurs have been unreal under Ange, Villa under Emery have been so good as well. Every game is tough.”

“Arsenal were the best team in the league last year”

Despite the challenge ahead of Arsenal, Rice is relishing the title race and believes that his team have what it takes to lift the trophy.

“You cannot overlook anyone and anything can happen. I’m relishing going out every week and having to play really well. 12 to go, one game at a time. Everyone has tough fixtures. Let’s see what can happen,” Rice said.

Arsenal came extremely close to winning the league last season, only to fall away at the final hurdle. Rice thinks that experience could actually help the Gunners this time around.

“Last year, I think Arsenal were the best team in the league,” the England international added.

“Obviously, they slipped up in the end and [Man] City always come on strong. This year, I feel like everyone, including the manager, the staff, everyone has learned from their mistakes.

“We’re stronger, we have more belief. Even if we go a goal down, we instil that confidence and that mental strength in us that we can win games.

“The league is so strong this year. To play in it, it’s been special. I know me and all the lads are really enjoying it.”