PADDY POWER have sensationally paid out on Arsenal to be crowned Premier League champions – despite the fact there’s still 39 points up for grabs.
The Gunners moved nine points clear at the summit after their win over .
Martin Zubimendi wheels away in celebration after opening the scoringCredit: EPA
Viktor Gyokeres’ double ensured Arteta’s side went nice clear at the topCredit: Shutterstock Editorial
opened the scoring before a sealed the win.
And have made the bold call to give Arsenal backers their winnings well ahead of schedule – while also landing a dig on arch-rivals Tottenham.
A spokesperson for the bookmaker said: “We can’t promise this will stop fans from fretting online about every single referee decision that doesn’t go their way being part of some great big conspiracy.
“But hopefully it will put a few minds at rest in North London at least.
“It would take a cock-up of Tottenham-esque levels for the Gunners not to win the Premier League title from here. Surely nothing can possibly go wrong now, right Arsenal fans?”
Arsenal were third-favourites to be crowned champions ahead of the season getting underway.
Paddy Power also offered an early pay out on Celtic to win the Scottish Premiership earlier this season.
But that decision appears to have backfired because the Glasgow giants are trailing table-toppers Hearts by six points.
Paddy Power also made a call they lived to regret last term – thanks to Everton maintaining their top flight status.
The Irish bookmaker paid out on the Toffees to be relegated .
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