Paul Merson believes a victory over Manchester City in Sunday’s Carabao Cup final would make a historic quadruple “possible,” though he warns a defeat could cause a significant psychological setback.
Former Gunner Paul Merson claims Arsenal can “start believing” in an unprecedented quadruple if they defeat Manchester City at Wembley this Sunday. With a nine-point lead in the Premier League and favorable draws in the FA Cup and Champions League, Merson views the final as the ultimate litmus test. “If Arsenal win this final, you would have to start believing about a quadruple,” he told Sky Sports.
However, Merson cautioned that the high-stakes match against “serial winners” carries immense psychological risk. He suggested that while the league title seems secure, a loss could “knock the stuffing out” of Mikel Arteta’s squad ahead of the international break. Despite the pressure, he remains optimistic about the Gunners’ current trajectory, noting, “If Arsenal win the game, what chance have the other teams got?”