Hope is something Arsenal fans have had plenty of in recent title battles, but often been shattered as the Gunners ultimately fell short.
This season, however, feels different.
Saturday's 2-0 win at Burnley was their fifth in a row in the Premier League that moved them seven points clear in top spot, albeit having played a game more than some of those below them.
The victory also put pressure on traditional rivals such as Manchester City - who are nine points behind and host second-placed Bournemouth on Sunday - and Liverpool, who Aston Villa later on Saturday 10 off the pace.