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Arsenal look like title contenders more than ever before

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MANCHESTER, England -- The points were shared, but a point was made.

Arsenal are used to leaving Etihad Stadium bruised and battered by an annual reality check that created an inferiority complex about Manchester City. But Sunday's 0-0 draw gives the Gunners tangible proof that their increased self-confidence has been rightfully earned and they have what it takes to last the distance in the Premier League title race.

If the run-in to the end of the season is about avoiding the mistakes of last year for Mikel Arteta's side, then here is a positive way to start.