Premier League Title Rivals Collide: Man City vs Arsenal Showdown at the Etihad
The stage is set for an epic battle between Premier League heavyweights as Manchester City gear up to host Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium this Sunday afternoon. With title ambitions running high, both teams will be eager to claim victory and establish their dominance early in the season.
Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City sit just two points ahead of Arsenal, having won all four of their matches so far. Arsenal, with three wins under their belt—including a crucial victory in the North London Derby—are hot on their heels, determined to close the gap.
City fans had reason to worry when Kevin De Bruyne was subbed off during Wednesday’s Champions League clash against Inter Milan after picking up a knock. However, Guardiola offered some hope, hinting at the possibility of the Belgian maestro featuring on Sunday.
“He feels a little bit better, but we have not yet had training, and we will see,” said Guardiola in his pre-match press conference. “He could be [involved].”
On the injury front, City will be missing Oscar Bobb and Nathan Ake, who are sidelined with a leg fracture and hamstring injury, respectively. Arsenal, on the other hand, will be without key players Mikel Merino, Martin Odegaard, and Takehiro Tomiyasu. However, they will be boosted by the return of England star Declan Rice, back from a one-game suspension.
Here’s everything you need to know about this thrilling clash:
When and Where is Man City vs Arsenal?
- Date: Sunday, September 22
- Kick-off Time: 4:30pm (BST)
- Venue: Etihad Stadium
How to Watch Man City vs Arsenal Live on TV?
Good news for fans in the UK! The game will be broadcast live as it falls outside of the usual 3pm blackout. Tune in to Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Ultra HD, or Sky Go for the action. Coverage begins at 4pm, shortly after Brighton’s match against Nottingham Forest.
If you’re outside the UK, global TV listings for the game can be found on LiveSoccerTV.com.
Other Ways to Follow the Match
If you can’t watch live, you can follow every moment through the Manchester Evening News live blog. They’ll provide updates before, during, and after the match, including post-game analysis and Guardiola’s press conference reaction.
Where to Watch Match Highlights
Missed the game? No worries! You can catch the highlights on Sky Sports Premier League and Manchester City’s YouTube channel soon after the final whistle. For full coverage, tune in to BBC Match of the Day 2 at 10:30pm on Sunday for a comprehensive breakdown.
With both sides looking to make an early statement in the title race, Sunday’s clash promises to be an exhilarating affair that you won’t want to miss!
