“The Best Team in the League,” Morgan Rogers didn’t hesitate to praise Arsenal following 4-1 loss

Arsenal’s march at the top of the Premier League received an unexpected endorsement from the opposition this week, underlining just how dominant Mikel Arteta’s side have become this season.

Aston Villa midfielder Morgan Rogers openly admitted Arsenal’s superiority following his team’s heavy 4-1 defeat, describing the Gunners as “the best team in the league.” Speaking after the match, Rogers insisted there was no shame in losing by such a margin when facing a side operating at such a high level.

While Arsenal’s attacking quality was once again on full display, the real story lies in the growing psychological edge the North London club now holds over their rivals. Teams are no longer framing defeats against Arsenal as missed opportunities; instead, they are acknowledging the gap in quality. That shift in narrative is often a key marker of genuine title contenders.

Arsenal’s rise has been built on consistency, tactical maturity and an increasingly ruthless approach in big games. Against Villa, Arteta’s men combined defensive solidity with clinical finishing, ensuring the contest was effectively decided long before the final whistle. The result not only strengthened Arsenal’s position at the top of the table but also sent a clear message to the rest of the league.