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Premier League news conferences: Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta speak before their monumental meeting on Sunday Arsenal will be without Bukayo Saka for their trip to the Etihad - read what Arteta had to say here Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola says 'if we lose, it's over' as they look to reduce their six point gap - recap his news conference here Earlier, Liverpool boss Arne Slot said Hugo Ekitike is yet to have surgery and gave an update on Alexander Isak's fitness Moises Caicedo signs new contract at Chelsea, extending his stay at Stamford Bridge until 2033 Manchester United boss Michael Carrick still 'massively disappointed' with Harry Maguire and Lisandro Martinez bans Team news: Saka & Madueke | Dias & O'Reilly | Tottenham | Dorgu & Mainoo | Gomez | Guimaraes | Mitoma & Milner | Bournemouth Written by Harry Poole, Ben Ramsdale, Craig Nelson, Grace Wheeler & Ella Gibbs Click 'Get Involved' at the top of the page Jenny, Scunthorpe: @Floyd 12: 42 - I think it has more to do with the fact the others have collapsed. Look at the state of Liverpool, Chelsea, Newcastle, Tottenham and even City this year. In a normal year this Arsenal side would be nowhere near the top if we’re being honest. Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on what he expects from Arsenal on Sunday: "They are strong in all departments. The duals, the physicality. They are really good with the second-balls, when they defend deep their transition is good - it is one of the best of the best. They are so aggressive and set-pieces - that's why they are who they are. "They have been in the semi-final of the Champions League, top of the Premier League all season. I am proud to be there still challenging them. Unfortunately not in the Champions League but in the Carabao Cup we won - in the FA Cup we are in the semi-finals and here we are. "We will see what happens. How we perform and after that will be a secret of how to do an almost-perfect job and win these kind of rivals. " Click 'Get Involved' at the top of the page Arteta has to think outside the box to win this one, considering the performances over the last few weeks, including the Carabao Cup final loss to City. I'm hoping Pep doesn't think too far outside the box as that normally doesn't go well for him. Jeuel, London Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City Pep Guardiola was asked if he is surprised how close his Manchester City side are to Arsenal at this stage of the season, considering how strong the Gunners were in the first six months: "I had the feeling in January when we played Sunderland, Chelsea and Brighton. These three games we were outstanding and didn't win once. That moment, I said we had a missed the chance after that, because of other results. "The points in this season are much, much lower comparing the seasons with Jurgen [Klopp] at Liverpool. Maybe because we are both not good or maybe because the contenders are better. That is always a question mark. But after the games against Nottingham Forest and West Ham, I thought we had ran away. But, it is never over until it's over and we are still here. " Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on the side's level of confidence at the moment: "It is good. We are ready. A month ago because we dropped points in moments I thought we would not be up. We saw the calendar and said ok, we play Arsenal at home and for a chance. It is six points. It is not a short distance but we have a chance to do it. That is the situation we are in. It depends on our behaviour and everything will be said on Sunday. Our fans have sold out. Everything is perfect to play a game. " On the new signings adapting to City: "You are talking about the last three games. I don't know after tomorrow what is going to happen. Maybe six, seven, eight games ago they didn't have that feeling. I always had the feeling during the season that we had done really, really good things. I tried to be incredibly honest about the performance. Arsenal away that we drew and at Old Trafford I said many times that we didn't deserve - we didn't play good. The rest of the games, most of the games, we played much, much better. Aston Villa away for example. Considering many new players and many new things. We work a lot to make them understand what is required to be at a club like this. I am satisfied. It has been good. " Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City More from Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola, who was asked whether he likes watching Arsenal play football: "Yes. People are so demanding. From the media, supporters, everyone. I enjoy watching them. I learn a lot in many things. People what they want is to win and we'll fight. An aspect that is really, really important that we cannot fight against is 22 years without winning the Premier League. "They have something that makes them unique. I know that. I knew that feeling when we arrived here. For a long time we didn't win the Premier League. Manuel [Pellegrini] and [Roberto] Mancini did it but for our era I would say, I know how you feel that first win. That is something that we cannot play against. That's why we have to focus on the way we have to play. " James speaks the truth, Arsenal have scored 62 goals this season, bettered only by. .. Manchester City's 63 goals. For the record, Arsenal have conceded four goals fewer (24) than City (28). Click 'Get Involved' at the top of the page I would like to point out that the deepest block Arsenal have faced all season is Man City at the Emirates. The team with the highest defensive line this season is Arsenal. Arsenal have scored the second most goals in the league. Thank you. James, Northern Ireland Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was asked if his side are underdogs this weekend: "I understand your message but - maybe we are not. They are not at their best. Mikel said after their game in the Champions League that they are the only English team to qualify so in the end they are unbeaten still in the Champions League. They have been the best so far but we want to challenge them. "I said today to the players, it is just a football game and we have to approach it like a football game. If you get distracted by emotions, that is how you lose focus. What is the target? It is to perform well and that is exactly what you have got to do and all the aspects required to challenge a team like Arsenal. " Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says his side's victory over Arsenal in the Carabao Cup final is in the past, Sunday's showdown is "much more important". With that, his news conferences is drawn to a close. Stick with us for the full quotes, which are to follow. Click 'Get Involved' at the top of the page In 23/24 Arsenal were brilliant and really likeable. Played attacking football. They were beat by an exceptional City team. If Arsenal played this season like that season they would have won the league. This season, playing for set pieces, I'm not sure. Carl, Wakefield Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was asked if he feels his side are at the level to win the title: "We need to get even better. The first half against Chelsea was not bad but not great. The first 30 minutes against Liverpool was not good either. The first 30 minutes against Arsenal in the final they were better. "You cannot pretend that these kind of teams will be 90/95 minutes perfect, but this one aspect is not about the future, present or past, it's about confidence, which is an incredible aspect. "If you could buy confidence in a supermarket we would buy it immediately. It is one of the most important aspects. "The reality is, there are seven games left in the Premier League and that is the decisive moment. " Pep Guardiola didn't give anything away by the way. Tongue firmly in cheek. The six-time Premier League winner looks to be relaxed and enjoying this. .. Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola laughed off a question asking if his side will play the same tactics on Sunday as they did in the Carabao Cup final: "Tomorrow we are going to change again. I am going to tell you now what we are going to do. " Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was asked if Sunday's game is a "final": "Yes, obviously. If we lose, it is over. The other two results, knowing that Arsenal didn't beat Bournemouth - we still have games to play. Six games is a lot and especially in our calendar. Everton away, Bournemouth away, Aston Villa the last game at home. Crystal Palace and Brentford. There are still many things to do. " Click 'Get Involved' at the top of the page Having a dig at Arsenal is trending this season but it is worth acknowledging their progress. Two seasons ago they were rated 25-1 chances before a ball was kicked. Last season they finished 10 points behind Liverpool. Floyd, Luton Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola on Mikel Arteta and how much he has pushed him as a manager, in comparison to past rivals like Jurgen Klopp: "The last two or three seasons, he has already had many years there and every season they are getting better and better. When he took over the club they had problems and troubles. "Last season of course Liverpool made an incredible three quarters of the season and were unstoppable. Previous one and this season, Arsenal have been the biggest contender. " Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola says he enjoys watching Arsenal play and believes the Gunners' critics are "so demanding". More to follow. Click 'Get Involved' at the top of the page Arsenal can lose on Sunday, and still win the league. City have tough games against Everton, Bournemouth, Brentford and Aston Villa.

The match is only truly decisive if Arsenal win. If it is a draw, or City win, the race has still a way to go. Tomas, Manchester Man City v Arsenal (Sun, 16: 30 BST) Manchester City Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola was asked if winning the title this season would be one of his greatest achievements: "No. The greatest we have done. "For many new players it is good to be in that position, to learn for the future and for the next seasons. To be there especially after many years and many titles and still being in the title race a little bit is good but it is not our greatest achievement. " Copyright © 2026 BBC. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Read about our approach to external linking.