Arsenal re-ignited the title race today by beating Manchester United 1-0 at the Emirates Stadium. United had been cruising to the title for weeks but a series of results have suddenly re-ignited the race seemingly out of nowhere.

United’s main contenders for the title, Chelsea, scored a lucky but vital victory against London rivals Tottenham on Saturday. Both of the two goals Chelsea scored in their 2-1 win were questionable.

Holders Chelsea have had a poor season by their high standards. At one point they had some of the poorest form in the league, record £50 million signing Fernando Torres has struggled and Chelsea crashed out of the Champions league to arch rivals Manchester United. Most pundits now believe that manager Carlo Ancelotti will be sacked from his job at the end of the season.

However despite everything with just three games remaining Chelsea find themselves in touching distance of the title. Seemingly down an out Chelsea and Ancelotti have a chance at salvation.

Chelsea’s exit from the Champion’s League has had a silver lining. Since their exit they have only had the league to focus on. By contrast United were until recently still in 3 competitions (now only 2 after their FA cup exit to Man City). The extra games have been showing and United have been struggling to maintain their league form.

A recent draw against Newcastle, a narrow late win against Everton and today’s loss to Arsenal has left them just 3 points ahead of Chelsea at the top of the table. Chelsea plays United next Sunday at Old Trafford in a game which may now decide the title. If they win the game they will go ahead of United on goal difference.