They didn’t lose against Liverpool, but Arsenal’s players probably feel that way since they conceded two late goals and shrieked their points difference against second-placed Manchester City. Therefore, the Gunners are obliged this Sunday to continue their ‘terror’ over West Ham in a small London derby. Arsenal’s performance in the Premier League in recent years varied from good to bad, but their record against the Hammers was always constant and good. The Gunners won nine of the last 11 meetings in all competitions and there is every chance that they will continue their dominance on Sunday.OPTA Predictions at the start of 22/23 PL season 🏁Liverpool – 50% 🔴Man City – 47% ⛴️Sp*rs – 2% 🐓Chelsea – 1% 🦁 Man Utd – 0.2%👹Arsenal – 0.1% 🔴⚪️Current OPTA prediction to win the PL: Man City – 53% ⛴️ Arsenal – 47% 🔴⚪️The mighty Gunners rose from the ashes of… pic.twitter.com/8AigPKH4i5— Akash (@Ak0320p) April 15, 2023 Mikel Arteta’s team was defeated against City in mid-February, but that didn’t destabilize them. They have won in seven games in the Premier League since that defeat, and elimination from the Europa League did not slow them down in the championship race. The Citizens increased the pressure on the London team a little with a victory over Leicester (3:1) on Saturday. They came within three points of Arsenal, and now they have the same number of matches played. Let us remind you that on April 26, the Gunners will visit City at the Etihad, so it’s vital for them to remain in the lead until then, so that they do not have the obligation to chase victory. West Ham is also on the rise. The Hammers has lost just one of his last four games in the championship and are finally breathing, although they are still not safe. They have three points more than Nottingham Forest, the first team below the line, so their survival is not guaranteed. One thing is almost certain, there should be no shortage of goals. Three or more have been seen in seven of the last ten matches between them.After Nick Pope conceded three goals at Villa Park this afternoon, Aaron Ramsdale will get the chance to go back joint top of the clean sheet chart if he can keep West Ham out tomorrow.The race for the Premier League golden glove is heating up…🧤 pic.twitter.com/urxCs0uqJK— now.arsenal (@now_arsenaI) April 15, 2023 One of the biggest obstacles to achieving that quota will be 24-year-old Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale, who is in great form and has not been beaten 12 times this season in the championship. Many were surprised two summers ago by the decision of the London club’s management to pay 28 million euros for the goalkeeper of Sheffield United, but Ramsdale could be the key link on the way to a sensational title.”He’s really good, probably better than anyone expected, because when you see his past, that he was relegated twice, you can hardly imagine him at this level. However, we saw in him the character, charisma and personality capable of playing in our club. He had the potential and qualities to quickly fit into our style of play. When you see how Aaron has developed over the past two seasons, I think he is outstanding” Arteta said before the match with West Ham.Cesc: ‘ With Arsenal I was living a dream’The Spaniard also reminded of the pressure Ramsdale was under when he came to the Emirates, because he had two consecutive relegations from the Premier League with Bournemouth and Sheffield. There was not a small number of “internet hooligans” who ‘buried’ the young goalkeeper with insults on social networks. His every move was under scrutiny. Just in case, this summer Arsenal brought the best American goalkeeper Matt Turner from New England for 6,360,000 euros. However, against the Hammers, Ramsdale will definitely be between the posts. Arteta still won’t have William Saliba available, as the Frenchman is suffering from a back injury. Arsenal still hope that the reliable defender will be ready for the aforementioned match at the Etihad, although for now that’s not the case. The situation is much better with forward Eddie Nketiah, who after a month’s break has fully returned to training and will be on the bench.PREMIER LEAGUE – MATCHDAY 31SaturdayAston Villa – Newcastle United 3-0 (1-0)/Ramsey 11, Watkins 64, 83/Southampton – Crystal Palace 0-2 (0-0)/Eze 54, 68/Chelsea – Brighton 1-2 (1-1)/Gallagher 13 – Welbeck 42, Enciso 69Everton – Fulham 1-3 (1-1)/McNeil 35 – Reed 22, Wilson 51, James 68/Tottenham – Bournemouth 2-3 (1-1)/Son 14, Danjuma 88 – Vina 38, Solanke 51, Outtara 90+5/Wolverhampton – Brentford 2-0 (1-0)/Costa 27, Hwang 69/Man.City – Leicester 3-0 (3-0)/Stones 5, Haaland 13(p), 25/Sunday16.00: (6.25) West Ham (4.10) Arsenal (1.63)18.30: (4.90) Nott.Forest (3.60) Man.Utd. (1.79)Monday21:00: (4.70) Leeds (3.75) Liverpool (1.79)***odds are subject to change