Arsenal is gearing up to face Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium this weekend in a crucial encounter in the Premier League title race.
The Gunners face a daunting challenge as they haven’t secured a victory at the Etihad since January 2015. To keep their title hopes alive, they must breach City’s formidable fortress. However, buoyed by eight consecutive league wins, Arsenal is determined to end their two-decade-long title drought.
Meanwhile, City continues to assert dominance, remaining unbeaten since December and aiming to replicate last season’s treble success.
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Kick-off Date and Time
The match is set to kick off at 4.30pm GMT on Sunday, March 31, 2024, at the Etihad Stadium.
Team News
Both teams are grappling with injury concerns. City is closely monitoring the fitness of key players such as Kyle Walker, Kevin De Bruyne, Ederson, Manuel Akanji, and John Stones. While Guardiola boasts a strong lineup, potential absences could thin out the bench and introduce younger talents.
Arsenal awaits updates on Gabriel Martinelli’s fitness, with concerns lingering over Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Magalhaes following 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 vying for starting positions.
Head-to-Head Record
Historically, City has held the upper hand in head-to-head matchups, 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, clinching the Community Shield via penalties and securing a late victory in the league.
Potential Starting XI
Arsenal:
Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel Magalhaes, Zinchenko; Rice, Havertz, Odegaard; Trossard, Jesus, Saka.
Manchester City:
Ederson; Rico Lewis, Dias, Gvardiol, Ake; Rodri, Bernardo, Kevin De Bruyne; Foden, Erling Haaland, Alvarez.