FOOTBALL DAILY: Maresca the Pep replacement | Arsenal on brink of PL title | Gordon and Neymar make WC squads

On Tuesday’s Football Daily, Phil Egan brings you news from the Premier League, the League o Ireland and the World Cup.

Arsenal move to the brink of a first Premier League title in 22 years after a narrow 1-0 victory over Burnley at the Emirates.

Mikel Arteta praises his squad’s mentality after keeping four consecutive clean sheets in all competitions.

Kai Havertz scores the decisive goal from a Bukayo Saka corner as Arsenal move five points clear at the top.

Declan Rice admits Arsenal felt the pressure during a tense finish against relegated Burnley.

Manchester City prepare for a huge clash with Bournemouth knowing anything less than a win could hand Arsenal the title.

Multiple reports claim Pep Guardiola will leave Manchester City this summer after a trophy laden decade at the Etihad.

Former Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca emerges as the favourite to replace Guardiola at City.

Guardiola reflects on his time in Manchester and the memories created during his spell in English football.

Bournemouth manager Andoni Iraola targets European qualification ahead of his final home game in charge.

Tottenham boss Roberto De Zerbi insists his squad deserves to remain in the Premier League ahead of a crucial trip to Chelsea.

Harry Kane backs Spurs to survive while Chelsea interim boss Calum McFarlane focuses on ending the season strongly.

Jose Mourinho is linked with a sensational return to Real Madrid, with debate continuing over his place in the modern game.

Waterford secure their first SSE Airtricity Men’s Premier Division win of the season thanks to Tommy Lonergan’s dramatic late penalty against Drogheda.

Southampton face an independent commission hearing over alleged unauthorised filming ahead of their Championship play-off semi-final.

Scotland name Ross Stewart in their World Cup squad while veteran goalkeeper Craig Gordon earns another call-up at the age of 43.

Neymar returns to Brazil’s World Cup squad for 2026, but Chelsea forward Joao Pedro misses out on Carlo Ancelotti’s final selection.

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