DISCUSS: Dortmund or Arsenal, Which Club’s ‘Bottle’ Job This Season Was More Painful?

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The Dortmund vs. Arsenal debate continues to ignite fervent discussions across social media platforms as fans analyze and scrutinize each club’s title setback.

While Dortmund’s repeated relinquishment of the Bundesliga lead may seem more agonizing, Arsenal’s collapse after a prolonged period of dominance adds its own layer of heartbreak.

Ultimately, the contrasting arguments put forth by supporters reflect the deep passion and emotions that football evokes. As fans eagerly await next season.

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Dortmund’s Bundesliga Agony

In the Bundesliga, Borussia Dortmund entered the final round of matches on May 28 with a slender lead atop the table.

Their fate hung in the balance as they faced Thomas Tuchel’s former side, Mainz, at the electric Signa Iduna Park.

Victory in this crucial encounter would have secured the title for Dortmund, irrespective of the outcome in the clash between Bayern Munich and FC Koln.

However, fate had different plans as Dortmund succumbed to the immense pressure. Bayern, on the other hand, emerged victorious against Koln, depriving Dortmund of the much-coveted title.

Astonishingly, Dortmund led the Bundesliga table on four separate occasions throughout the season, only to be overtaken by Bayern each time, culminating in a heart-wrenching climax on the final day.

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Arsenal’s Title Collapse

Although not as dramatic as Dortmund’s ordeal, Arsenal’s faltering in the title race was equally disheartening for their loyal fans.

The Gunners experienced a gradual decline in form from April onwards after enjoying a commanding position at the top of the Premier League table for over 240 days.

Holding an 8-point lead, their misfortune struck at a critical juncture, coinciding with Manchester City’s resurgence under Pep Guardiola’s masterful guidance.

City capitalized on Arsenal’s dip in form and embarked on an awe-inspiring winning streak, securing their third consecutive league title.

The Gunners’ once-promising campaign ended in disappointment, leaving their supporters pondering what could have been.

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Passionate Fan Reactions

The online realm became a battleground for football enthusiasts, as supporters from both sides sought to assert their perspective on the matter.

The debate centered on which club had “bottled” their title aspirations more spectacularly. One faction contended that Dortmund’s failure was less severe since they never enjoyed the substantial lead that Arsenal held this season.

On the other hand, presumably Arsenal fans, argued that the Gunners would not have succumbed to the pressure on the final day if the title was at stake. See their exchanges below:

@Kibett_Oliver expressed, “Arsenal didn’t have to wait until the last day.”

@KojoNhyira7 confidently stated, “Definitely Dortmund. You just had to win one match.”

@Tega56927318 humorously quipped, “Arsenal is a bottling brand.”

@Milanizerr opined, “Arsenal because they were in the lead for plenty of days.”

@ArsenalHD8 raised an intriguing point, “Did anyone expect Arsenal to even secure a top-four spot? So how can you say they bottled it against an oil-rich Man City? Where are all the other top-four clubs?”

Dortmund or Arsenal, Which Club’s ‘Bottle’ Job was more heart-breaking? ….. Kindly tell us in the comment section below.