Arsenal and Manchester City meet at the Emirates this weekend in a Premier League clash carrying huge weight in the title race. Both sides arrive in good spirits after midweek European wins, adding extra intrigue to an already high-profile showdown.
The Gunners brushed aside Athletic Bilbao with a strong second-half display on Tuesday, extending their fine start to the season. Mikel Arteta’s team sit second in the league with three wins from four, trailing only Liverpool in the standings. Home form has been particularly impressive for Arsenal, who crushed Leeds 5-0 before easing past Nottingham Forest 3-0 at the Emirates. Arteta’s men have looked ruthless in North London and will want to deliver another big performance here.
Manchester City, meanwhile, appear to have shaken off their slow start. Pep Guardiola’s side beat rivals Manchester United 3-0 last weekend before dispatching Napoli in the Champions League, proving they are once again finding their rhythm.
History also plays its part in this rivalry. City once dominated this fixture with an eight-game winning streak, but they are now five matches without a win against Arsenal. That shift gives the Gunners added belief as they look to push their title challenge forward.
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times, the latest lineup news, our match prediction and a big sign up offer.
Arsenal vs. Man City live stream, TV channel
Here's how to watch this Premier League match in the United Kingdom:
TV channel: Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Ultra HD
Live stream: Now, Sky Go, Sky Go Extra
This game is available for live TV broadcast on Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports Main Event, and Sky Ultra HD. Streaming options are available on Now, Sky Go, and Sky Go Extra.
What time does Arsenal vs. Man City kick off?
This Premier League clash takes place at Emirates Stadium in London, England and kicks off on Sunday, September 21, at 4:30 p.m. local time (BST).
Arsenal vs. Man City lineups, team news
Arsenal have several injury concerns heading into their clash with Manchester City, as they await updates from Arteta.
The club's captain, Martin Odegaard, is a doubt with a shoulder injury, while Bukayo Saka's hamstring issue is likely to keep him sidelined for the match.
William Saliba, who returned to the bench in midweek, could be in contention to play some part.
Both Kai Havertz and Gabriel Magalhaes are recovering from knee injuries and are still some way off fitness.
Arsenal predicted starting XI (4-3-3, right to left): Raya (GK) — Timber, Gabriel, Mosquera, Calafiori — Zubimendi, Rice, Merino — Eze, Madueke, Gyokeres
Injured: Saliba, White, Odegaard, Saka, Havertz, Jesus
Suspended: None
Manchester City have a number of injury concerns with several players sidelined. Mateo Kovacic is still recovering from an Achilles injury, while John Stones could be in contention after returning to training.
Rayan Cherki and Rayan Ait-Nouri are also doubts, while Omar Marmoush and Kalvin Phillips remain sidelined.
Man City predicted starting XI (4-3-3, right to left): Donnarumma (GK) — Khusanov, Dias, Gvardiol, O'Reilly — Rodri, Reijnders, Bernardo — Doku, Foden, Haaland
Injured: Stones, Ait-Nouri, Kovacic, Marmoush, Cherki
Suspended: None
Premier League fixture schedule this week
All times in BST
Saturday, September 20
- Liverpool vs. Everton (12:30 p.m.)
- Brighton vs. Tottenham (3 p.m.)
- Burnley vs. Nottingham Forest (3 p.m.)
- West Ham vs. Crystal Palace (3 p.m.)
- Wolves vs. Leeds (3 p.m.)
- Man United vs. Chelsea (5:30 p.m.)
- Fulham vs. Brentford (8:00 p.m.)
Sunday, September 21
- Bournemouth vs. Newcastle (2 p.m.)
- Sunderland vs. Aston Villa (2 p.m.)
- Arsenal vs. Man City (4:30 p.m.)