Arsenal are finally on course to end their gruelling wait for Premier League title glory but Mikel Arteta will be cautious that there is still such a long way to go before the Gunners get themselves over the line.

They are currently six points clear of Manchester City in second but given Arsenal have only conceded three top-flight goals this term, there is a sense they will now take some stopping.

Following a tricky start to the campaign, the Gunners have now hit top form and are ticking off wins for fun with help from their rock-solid backline.

They have only conceded three Premier League goals this season to date and that is largely why they are so fancied to lift the trophy for the first time since 2004.

Here are five league fixtures - before the end of the year - that could shape the title picture.

If Arsenal get the job done at Sunderland on Saturday evening, the squad will relish the chance to watch Sunday's heavyweight clash between Manchester City and Liverpool...