Man City vs Arsenal predicted lineups and team news

Arsenal know that a win may be a must as they face a crucial contest in their Premier League title battle with Manchester City.

Mikel Arteta’s side need to bounce back from three successive draws that have seen Manchester City close behind on five points.

The hosts have two games to go and are hoping to exploit an Arsenal defense that has struggled a lot in recent weeks.

But a victory for the visitors will put it back in their hands with a month to go in the season.

Here is everything you need to know.

When is Manchester City vs Arsenal?

Manchester City vs Arsenal kicks off at 8pm BST on Wednesday April 26 at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester.

How can I see it?

Viewers in the UK can watch the match live on BT Sport 1 and Ultimate, with coverage from 7pm BST. Subscribers can stream the action via the BT Sport app or online player.

team news

Nathan Ake missed Manchester City’s progression to the FA Cup final and is a doubt for this crucial league fixture. Kevin De Bruyne, Ederson, Ruben Dias, Rodri and John Stones are likely to return to the starting squad after resting against Sheffield United.

Arsenal have suffered a further blow as William Saliba is not expected to be ready to play after injury. Granit Xhaka could return after illness.

Predicted Lineups

Manchester City XI: Ederson; Akanji, Dias, Laporte; Stones, Rodri; Mahrez, Gundogan, De Bruyne, Grealish; Haaland.

Arsenal XI: Ramsdale; White, Holding, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Xhaka, Partey; Saka, Odegaard, Martinelli; Jesus.

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Manchester City win 3/5

Draw 18/5

Arsenal win 5/1

Prediction

Manchester City should have enough forward firepower to exploit Arsenal’s defensive vulnerabilities. Manchester City-Arsenal 3-2