Walcott claims Carabao Cup final sets Premier League title tone

Former Arsenal winger Theo Walcott asserts the Carabao Cup final against Manchester City on March 9 will determine this season's Premier League champions. Walcott told Monday Night Club presenter Mark Chapman that a loss would increase pressure on Mikel Arteta's Arsenal, stating "That's the game – the one that essentially sets the tone for how this whole year is going to look." Former striker Chris Sutton countered that the League Cup final has no bearing on the Premier League, noting the match occurs weeks before Arsenal's April 18 clash with Manchester City. The Carabao Cup final will be played at Wembley Stadium.

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