What impact will Arsenal's  exit from Europe  have on the title race?

The loss to Sporting Lisbon on Thursday destroyed Arsenal's chances of qualifying for Europe, but could it ultimately turn out to be a blessing in disguise?

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The Gunners were eliminated from the Europa League in the round of 16 following the first penalty shootout Arsenal ever took part in at the Emirates Stadium.

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Arsenal lost players to injuries, let up a shocking equaliser from 46 yards, and ultimately failed to win the match.

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Takehiro Tomiyasu departed the Stadium on crutches, and Mikel Arteta thinks the injury looks "very bad."

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William Saliba was also substituted early due to what seemed to be a back issue.

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Arteta spoke of "disappointment" but also "clarity" as they pursue their first Premier League championship in over 20 years.

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Will this harm Arteta's team, which now leads the Premier League by five points

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or will it be a "bonus" for teams aiming for the crown, as former defender Martin Keown suggested?

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