"If you can't win a match, at least don't lose it" – Declan Rice comments on draw with Brentford

Arsenal midfielder believes there's nothing to worry about.
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"If you can't win a match, at least don't lose it" – Declan Rice comments on draw with Brentford Photo by Justin Setterfield/Getty Images
12 feb 2026 15:00
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Arsenal are letting Manchester City close the gap in the league standings.

Details: 27-year-old Arsenal central midfielder Declan Rice shared his thoughts on yesterday's draw against Brentford in Matchweek 26 of the English Premier League.

According to Rice, there's nothing catastrophic about the result, and the title race is still very much alive:

"If you can't win a match, at least don't lose it. We're still leading by four points.

And, you know, the thing is, we have to keep looking forward. We've got another match next week. So yes, we're staying positive," said Rice.

After 26 rounds, Arsenal sit atop the table with 57 points, while their closest challenger, Manchester City, are second with 53 points.

Arsenal's next match is away against Wolverhampton on February 18.

Reminder: Worrying news. William Saliba will not play against Brentford

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