Arsenal star says team must deal better with ‘anxiety’ to end title drought | The IndependentNotifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload ourSocial PartnerWe are 8 logo (opens in a new tab)AllNewsSportCultureLifestylePhilip DuncanMonday 02 March 2026 17:07 GMTArsenal got over the line against Chelsea in unconvincing fashion (Getty)Arsenal secured a 2-1 victory over Chelsea on Sunday, which restored their five-point lead over Manchester City in the Premier League title race.Defender Jurrien Timber, who scored the decisive goal, admitted the team needs to address “anxiety” problems that threaten their title bid.Arsenal played the final 20 minutes against 10 men after Pedro Neto's dismissal but struggled with composure, requiring a crucial save from David Raya and benefiting from a disallowed late equaliser.Timber highlighted that the team's tendency to stop playing when ahead or with a man advantage is a recurring issue that needs to be discussed and resolved.With nine league matches remaining and participation in other cup competitions, Timber emphasised focusing on one game at a time, starting with Wednesday’s match against Brighton, as the Gunners aim to win their first league title since 2004.In fullJurrien Timber admits Arsenal must resolve ‘anxiety’ issues in Premier League title raceThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in