Epic Showdown: Man City Takes on Arsenal in Premier League Clash

“During our last encounter at the Etihad, I noticed that their approach was to not necessarily win but rather settle for a draw.”

Rodri’s candid comments about Arsenal, following Manchester City’s victory in the Premier League last season, have resurfaced as the teams prepare to clash again at the Etihad Stadium this Sunday.

In their previous meet-up, Arsenal managed a 0-0 draw, which kept them slightly ahead of City in the title race, but ultimately, City emerged as champions.

As they prepare for this matchup, the question remains: How badly does Arsenal want to win this time?

The Sporting News is offering live updates and commentary for the Man City vs. Arsenal match.

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Match Score: Man City vs. Arsenal

Location: Etihad Stadium, Manchester
Official: Michael Oliver

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Team Lineups:

Man City (4-3-3): 31. Ederson (GK) — 2. Kyle Walker, 25. Manuel Akanji, 3. Ruben Dias, 24. Josko Gvardiol — 20. Bernardo Silva, 16. Rodri, 19. Ilkay Gundogan — 26. Savinho, 9. Erling Haaland, 11. Jeremy Doku.

Arsenal (4-2-3-1): 22. David Raya (GK) — 12. Jurrien Timber, 2. William Saliba, 6. Gabriel, 33. Riccardo Calafiori — 5. Thomas Partey, 41. Declan Rice — 7. Bukayo Saka, 29. Kai Havertz, 11. Gabriel Martinelli — 19. Leandro Trossard.

Live Updates, Highlights, and Commentary for Man City vs. Arsenal

1 hour before kickoff: As expected, De Bruyne will not be playing. However, Kyle Walker is back in the lineup, providing City with a more traditional defense. Savinho and Jeremy Doku will take positions as wingers supporting Erling Haaland. Ilkay Gundogan is getting his first start after rejoining City.

Your City side for #MCIARS!

XI | Ederson, Walker (C), Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol, Rodrigo, Gundogan, Bernardo, Savinho, Doku, Haaland

SUBS | Ortega Moreno, Carson, Stones, Kovacic, Grealish, Nunes, Foden, Lewis, McAtee#ManCity | @etihad pic.twitter.com/33o4esN5r4

— Manchester City (@ManCity) September 22, 2024

1 hour 15 minutes before kickoff: Arsenal’s Mikel Arteta has given Riccardo Calafiori a full debut, likely positioning him as left-back. Leandro Trossard will centralize the attack alongside Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli, with Kai Havertz able to shift into rotation. Former City players Raheem Sterling and Gabriel Jesus are set to start on the bench.

𝗧𝗘𝗔𝗠𝙉𝙀𝙒𝙎

Full debut for Calafiori
Saka on the wing
Trossard comes back in

Let’s give it everything, Gunners

— Arsenal (@Arsenal) September 22, 2024

1 hour 35 minutes before kickoff: The weather in Manchester is quite unfavorable, featuring heavy wind and rain. While Guardiola and Arteta may prefer a different style, the conditions signal a physical game ahead. Both sides are equipped to handle a tough fight if needed.

Stay tuned for team news in about 20 minutes, particularly regarding Kevin De Bruyne’s injury from the recent draw with Inter Milan, where he netted eight Premier League goals against Arsenal in the past.

2 hours before kickoff. Welcome to The Sporting News’ live coverage of the highly anticipated matchup between Manchester City and Arsenal in the Premier League. The champions and the runners-up from previous seasons are both eager to secure a significant early victory in their ongoing title quest.

Kickoff Time for Man City vs. Arsenal

The match is set to begin in Manchester, UK at 4:30 p.m. local time.

The timing in various regions is as follows:

Lineups and Team Updates for Man City vs. Arsenal

Kevin De Bruyne  was substituted at halftime in the recent match against Inter Milan after an incident with the goalkeeper. While Guardiola has not completely ruled him out for this game, he remains a significant doubt. Possible substitutes include Ilkay Gundogan or Mateo Kovacic.

Phil Foden is likely to make his first start of the season after coming off the bench against Inter.

Expected Man City lineup (3-2-4-1): Ederson (GK) — Akanji, Dias, Gvardiol — Lewis, Rodri — Silva, Foden, Gundogan, Grealish — Haaland.

Man City substitutes: Updated one hour before kickoff.

Declan Rice has returned to the lineup for Arsenal after his domestic suspension, featuring in a midfield that still lacks the presence of injured player Martin Odegaard.

Gabriel Jesus stepped in as captain during Odegaard’s absence.

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In Bergamo, the Brazilian player faced difficulties and was substituted after about an hour. Leandro Trossard may step up as the central forward, allowing Kai Havertz to shift deeper into midfield.

Arsenal’s anticipated lineup (4-3-3 formation): Raya (GK) — White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber — Havertz, Partey, Rice — Saka, Trossard, Martinelli.

Arsenal substitutes: The matchday squads will be revealed one hour before the match begins.

Man City vs. Arsenal Viewing Options

Here’s how to catch the match in various regions worldwide:

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