Arsenal guaranteed to be without five players for Man City as Gabriel Jesus role ‘confirmed’
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Arsenal guaranteed to be without five players for Man City as Gabriel Jesus role ‘confirmed’

Mikel Arteta has admitted he needs every single player to put in a shift against Manchester City when Arsenal make the trip north on Sunday. The Gunners go to Etihad Stadium knowing they can make a real statement against the Premier League champions. Arteta’s side managed a 0-0 draw here last season but on another day could have nicked…

Along with Rice: Arteta must unleash Arsenal “wizard” who could terrorise City today
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Along with Rice: Arteta must unleash Arsenal “wizard” who could terrorise City today

Wake up, Gunners fans, today’s the big day. Arsenal defeated Tottenham Hotspur down at N17 last weekend to return to winning ways in the Premier League, but know that this one is a test of a different nature. Arsenal travel up north to face Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium, having claimed three wins and a draw to start their…

Arsenal land fresh Alexander Isak transfer incentive as Mikel Arteta sent £54m double message
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Arsenal land fresh Alexander Isak transfer incentive as Mikel Arteta sent £54m double message

Arsenal face their biggest clash of the 2024/25 season thus far as they take on Premier League title rivals Manchester City. The Gunners head into the clash after picking up a point in their Champions League opener against Atalanta with that goalless draw coming a few days after the North London Derby win over Tottenham….

Odegaard, Merino, Zinchenko – Latest Arsenal injury news and return dates for Man City
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Odegaard, Merino, Zinchenko – Latest Arsenal injury news and return dates for Man City

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal team, bolstered by strong defensive performances in their last two games, are gearing up for a clash with Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City. The Gunners have kept clean sheets in both games leading up to the match. The shift towards a solid defence was arguably necessitated following Arsenal’s 4-1 defeat to City at the…

Arsenal predicted XI vs Manchester City as Odegaard replacement emerges and Partey decision made
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Arsenal predicted XI vs Manchester City as Odegaard replacement emerges and Partey decision made

It was always going to be a tough week for Arsenal. The Gunners saw off Tottenham in gritty fashion last Sunday before securing an underwhelming, but professional 0-0 draw with Atalanta. Now, though, comes their biggest test. Mikel Arteta’s side travel to Manchester City in a game that could well impact the outcome of this…

‘We need to stop him from scoring‘ – Arsenal boss will target Erling Haaland
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‘We need to stop him from scoring‘ – Arsenal boss will target Erling Haaland

Mikel Arteta says Arsenal will need to stop Erling Haaland from scoring if they are to stand any chance in Sunday’s game. The Norwegian striker already has 10 goals for club and country this season, and will be looking to add to his tally this weekend. However he will be up against a formidable Arsenal…

Arteta now poised to drop Arsenal star for Man City clash after what he did vs Atalanta
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Arteta now poised to drop Arsenal star for Man City clash after what he did vs Atalanta

Mikel Arteta could now drop a big-name member of his Arsenal team for their looming blockbuster clash against Premier League title rivals Man City. Arteta dealt selection headache for Arsenal before Man City The Gunners have come through a tough week unbeaten, clinching a North London Derby win away to Tottenham last weekend before holding Europa League champions Atalanta to a…

Arsenal next five fixtures compared with Man City and Liverpool before huge title showdown
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Arsenal next five fixtures compared with Man City and Liverpool before huge title showdown

Arsenal have around 48 hours to prepare for their biggest match-up of the season, so far, against Premier League champions Manchester City. Mikel Arteta’s side were in Italy on Thursday evening for their first Champions League fixture of the 2024/25 campaign as they took on Atalanta – and drew. Chances at the Gewiss Stadium came…

Emile Smith Rowe Arsenal transfer buy-back clause explained as Fulham star shines again
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Emile Smith Rowe Arsenal transfer buy-back clause explained as Fulham star shines again

Having left boyhood club Arsenal over the summer, Emile Smith Rowe is on track to have his most productive ever season as senior player. With Mikel Arteta’s side lacking in midfield at the same time, there is a sense of irony that one of their own is flourishing in south London. Smith Rowe, who earned the…

Mikel Arteta reveals Arsenal’s Martin Odegaard replacement plan amid Man City criticism
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Mikel Arteta reveals Arsenal’s Martin Odegaard replacement plan amid Man City criticism

Bukayo Saka has said that Arsenal must find a way to cope without Martin Odegaard ahead of their top of the table clash with Manchester City. Mikel Arteta confirmed ahead of his side’s Champions League clash with Atalanta in midweek that the Norwegian is set for a significant spell on the sidelines after picking up an…

Mikel Arteta says he has ‘something to prove’ today in ManCity Clash
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Mikel Arteta says he has ‘something to prove’ today in ManCity Clash

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta believes they have something to prove ahead of their Premier League clash against Manchester City on Sunday. Last year, the Gunners were one of the few teams in the league to take points off the eventual champions. Arsenal beat City 1-0 at the Emirates and held them to a draw at…

4 key battles that could decide Man City vs Arsenal
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4 key battles that could decide Man City vs Arsenal

It’s first versus second in the Premier League this weekend, as defending champions Manchester City take on their biggest title rivals Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium. Having come close to ending City’s reign in the last two seasons, the Gunners will be hoping that their new summer additions will be enough to finally get them over the…