Wembley Stadium plays host to a heavyweight clash that feels like a potential changing of the guard. Arsenal, currently sitting nine points clear at the top of the Premier League, are chasing their first major trophy since 2020 to kickstart a possible quadruple.

Across from them stands a wounded Manchester City side, reeling from a devastating 5-1 aggregate Champions League exit at the hands of Real Madrid just days ago.

Mikel Arteta has managed to remain unbeaten against his mentor Pep Guardiola in their last six meetings, including a 5-1 demolition of the Citizens back in February.

While City historically dominated this competition, winning it four times in a row between 2018 and 2021, they haven’t lifted the trophy since.

With Arsenal’s defense—led by the impenetrable pairing of Gabriel Magalhaes and William Saliba—conceding just 0.71 goals per game this season, this might just be their time.

What are the best picks for Arsenal vs Manchester City?

Back Arsenal to win (Lift the Trophy)

Momentum is a powerful currency in football, and Arsenal are currently the richest team in Europe. Having just dispatched Bayer Leverkusen to reach the Champions League quarter-finals, the Gunners are playing with a “winner’s aura.”

Conversely, City looked sluggish in their midweek loss, and with January signing Marc Guéhi ineligible for this final, their backline looks vulnerable to Arsenal’s high press.

Under 2.5 Goals

Despite Arsenal’s 5-1 win over City earlier this year, finals under Guardiola and Arteta tend to be chess matches. Five of the last seven meetings between these two have seen two goals or fewer.

Expect a cagey affair where neither side wants to blink first, especially with the psychological stakes of the ongoing Premier League title race hanging over the match.

Where can I watch Arsenal vs Manchester City?

USA viewers can stream the match live on Paramount+ or the CBS Sports Golazo Network at 12:30 p.m. ET.

UK viewers can catch the final live on Sky Sports Main Event and ITV1. Coverage begins at 3:30 p.m. for a 4:30 p.m. kick-off.

What is Arsenal’s current form?

W-W-W-W-W

What is Manchester City’s current form?

L-L-W-W-D

What were the last five head-to-head results between Arsenal and Manchester City?

Sept 21, 2025: Arsenal 1-1 Man City (EPL)

Feb 2, 2025: Arsenal 5-1 Man City (EPL)

Sept 22, 2024: Man City 2-2 Arsenal (EPL)

Mar 31, 2024: Man City 0-0 Arsenal (EPL)

Oct 8, 2023: Arsenal 1-0 Man City (EPL)

What is Arsenal’s predicted team?

Kepa; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapié; Rice, Zubimendi; Saka, Eze, Trossard; Gyökeres

Injured: Mikel Merino

Doubtful: Martin Ødegaard (Knee), Jurriën Timber (Ankle)

What is Manchester City’s predicted team?

Trafford; Nunes, Dias, Khusanov, Ait-Nouri; Rodri; Cherki, Silva, O’Reilly, Foden; Haaland

Injured: Josko Gvardiol (Leg)

Ineligible: Marc Guéhi (Cup-tied)