Arsenal have conceded only 3 goals in 9 Premier League matches, averaging 0.33 goals against per game, challenging Chelsea’s season record of 15 goals conceded.

After 9 rounds of this Premier League season, Arsenal currently lead the table with 22 points from 7 wins, 1 draw, and 1 loss, holding a 4-point advantage over second-placed Bournemouth. Arsenal have scored 16 goals and conceded just 3 (0-1 vs Liverpool, 1-1 vs Manchester City, 2-1 vs Newcastle), maintaining an impressive defensive average of 0.33 goals conceded per game, making them a fortress this season.

If Arsenal maintain their current defensive solidity and the remarkable average of 0.33 goals conceded per game throughout the season, they would finish with only 13 goals conceded, breaking Chelsea’s remarkable Premier League record of 15 goals conceded in the 2004-05 season.

In my opinion, Manchester City’s possession style is struggling with a transition, as their midfield now consists of less technically refined players, making their traditional passing game less effective; meanwhile, Liverpool face significant decline after renewing high wages for their two veterans (Salah and Van Dijk). Arsenal appear to be having their best title-challenging season in the Premier League. However, breaking Chelsea’s record of conceding only 15 goals in a single season will be extremely difficult because with the Champions League knockout stages beginning, Arsenal will face the challenges of competing on multiple fronts and potential injuries, making it hard to maintain such a strong defensive record. Arsenal’s main goal is to win the long-awaited Premier League title, and the record for fewest goals conceded in a season would be a bonus rather than the primary objective. Only by striving can they succeed, and Arsenal is now at the moment to claim the Premier League crown, needing both solid defense and league consistency.