, April 13 -- Former England captain Wayne Rooney believes Manchester City have a mental edge over Arsenal in the Premier League title race.

League leaders Arsenal are currently nine points ahead, though they have played two more matches. They are set to face City at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

Speaking on his show, Rooney said City's experience in winning titles and the presence of manager Pep Guardiola give them an advantage.

He said City's players are more used to handling pressure and can stay calmer in crucial moments compared to Arsenal's squad.

Rooney also warned that losing a few matches can affect a team's confidence, creating doubts about scoring goals and winning games, which can impact overall performance.

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