A high-stakes clash awaits as Arsenal and Manchester City prepare to face off at the Emirates Stadium in a fixture that could shape the Premier League title race. Let us find out how you can watch the game.
The Premier League title race intensifies
Arsenal and Manchester City are set to renew their rivalry for the second time this season in the Premier League, with both teams desperate to collect three points in a match that could have major implications on the title race.
When these two sides last met, it was a dramatic affair, with Manchester City rescuing a late point after a tense battle at the Etihad Stadium, preventing Arsenal from claiming a significant victory.
Mikel Arteta’s side enter this contest having secured a narrow 1-0 win over Wolverhampton Wanderers, with Riccardo Calafiori’s effort proving enough to see off the relegation-threatened side.
Arsenal remain second in the standings, six points adrift of Liverpool, and know that anything less than a win will dent their ambitions of keeping pace with the league leaders.
Meanwhile, Manchester City come into this fixture buoyed by a hard-fought 3-1 victory over Chelsea, having recovered from an early deficit to secure the win. Pep Guardiola’s men currently sit fourth in the table, trailing Arsenal by six points, a win will see them close the gap between them and the Gunners.
When and where is the game?
The Premier League clash will be hosted at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, 2 February 2025. The fixture is scheduled for a 4:30pm UK time kick-off.
How to watch Arsenal vs Manchester City
The game will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Ultra HD, Sky GO, and NOW TV.
Team news
Arsenal injuries:
- Ben White – Knee injury / Expected return: Mid-February 2025
- Bukayo Saka – Hamstring injury / Expected return: Late February 2025
- Gabriel Jesus – Cruciate ligament injury / Out for the season
- Takehiro Tomiyasu – Knee injury / Expected return: Mid-February 2025
Manchester City injuries:
- Jérémy Doku – Physical discomfort / Expected return: Early February 2025
- Nathan Aké – Muscle injury / Expected return: Early February 2025
- Oscar Bobb – Broken leg / Expected return: Mid-February 2025
- Rodri – Cruciate ligament injury / Out for the season
- Ruben Dias – Groin injury / Expected return: Mid-February 2025
The Deck News prediction
With Arsenal’s strong home form and defensive solidity, they will be confident of securing a result, yet Manchester City’s attacking threat, cannot be underestimated.
The Gunners will look to impose themselves early, but Guardiola’s side have the experience to manage the game and exploit openings as they arise.
Given the circumstances, a closely contested match is expected, and The Deck News predicts a 2-1 win, to Manchester City.