Arsenal has their sights set on Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium this weekend, in a pivotal clash in the Premier League title race.
Arsenal faces a daunting task as they haven’t tasted victory at the Etihad since January 2015, to keep their title aspirations alive, they must breach City’s formidable fortress.
However, buoyed by eight consecutive league wins, the Gunners are determined to end their two-decade-long title drought.
City, on the other hand, continues to display dominance, having not lost a game since December, with their eyes set on repeating last season’s treble heroics,
Kick-off Date and Time
The clash is scheduled for a 4.30pm GMT kick-off on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at the Etihad Stadium.
Team News
Both teams are struggling with injury concerns. City are closely monitoring the fitness of key players like Kyle Walker, Kevin De Bruyne, Ederson, Manuel Akanji, and John Stones.
While Guardiola boasts a strong lineup, potential absences could leave the bench thin and youthful.
Meanwhile, Arsenal awaits updates on Gabriel Martinelli’s fitness, with concerns lingering over Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Magalhaes after recent international duty withdrawals.
Manager Mikel Arteta faces decisions in midfield and defense, with players like Jorginho, Thomas Partey, Leandro Trossard, Declan Rice, and Martin Odegaard in contention for starting roles.
Head to Head Record.
In terms of head-to-head history, City has historically held the upper hand with 65 wins compared to Arsenal’s 100 victories, along with 45 draws.
However, Arsenal managed to halt City’s eight-game winning streak earlier in the season, winning the Community Shield via penalties and securing a late league victory.
Arsenal’s Potential Eleven
Raya
White, Saliba, Gabriel Magalhaes, Zinchenko
Rice, Havertz and Odegaard
Trossard, Jesus and Saka.
Man City’s Potential Eleven
Ederson
Rico Lewis, Dias, Gvardiol, Ake
Rodri, Bernardo and Kevin De Bruyne.
Foden, Erling Haaland and Alvarez
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