Manchester City welcome Arsenal to the Etihad Stadium this afternoon for a clash that feels like a genuine Premier League title decider. While the trophy won’t be hoisted today, the destiny of the Premier League crown is firmly on the line.

Pep Guardiola’s side enters the fray as the undisputed masters of April, boasting a staggering 79.5% win rate and a points-per-game ratio of 2.51 during this month.

The Citizens have hit their stride at the perfect moment, coming off a comprehensive 3-0 demolition of Chelsea. With an EFL Cup already in the cabinet and a treble still a distinct possibility, City look like a juggernaut that has finally shifted into top gear.

Conversely, Arsenal arrive in Manchester looking uncharacteristically jaded. Mikel Arteta’s men have struggled with the Easter period, posting a paltry 42.3% win rate in April during his tenure.

While Arsenal currently hold a six-point lead, City’s game in hand makes this a must-not-lose fixture for the Gunners. However, with only one win in their last five outings across all competitions, the North London side appears to be running on empty just as the stakes reach their peak.

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What are the best picks for Man City vs Arsenal?

Back Manchester City to win

The Etihad has long been a graveyard for title challengers during the run-in, and today should be no different. City are riding a three-match winning streak without conceding a goal, scoring nine in that span. Arsenal’s defensive discipline has wavered recently, committing 15 errors leading to shots since the turn of the year. Expect Guardiola’s springtime specialists to capitalize on a fatigued Arsenal backline and take all three points.

Rayan Cherki to provide 1+ assist

If Bruno Fernandes is the heartbeat of United, Rayan Cherki has become the creative engine of this City side. The Frenchman has been a revelation, averaging an assist every 138 minutes in the Premier League this season. With Arsenal missing the defensive cover of key personnel and potentially forced into a makeshift midfield, Cherki should find the pockets of space necessary to slide a decisive ball through to Haaland or Doku.

Erling Haaland to score anytime

In a match of this magnitude, the big players usually find the scoresheet. Haaland remains the ultimate penalty-box predator, and with Arsenal’s recent tendency to gift chances through individual errors, he will likely have multiple sights at goal. Given the Gunners’ struggles to keep clean sheets in high-pressure April fixtures, backing the Norwegian to find the net is a logical addition to any parlay.

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Where can I watch Man City vs Arsenal?

USA viewers can stream this title showdown live on USA Network or Fubo at 11:30 a.m. ET. Supporters in the UK can catch the action on Sky Sports Main Event with a 4:30 p.m. local kick-off.

What is Manchester City’s current form?

W-W-W-D-D-W

What is Arsenal’s current form?

D-W-W-W-W-L

What is Manchester City’s predicted team?

Donnarumma; Nunes, Khusanov, Guehi, O’Reilly; Rodri, Silva; Semenyo, Cherki, Doku; Haaland

Injured: Ruben Dias (Hamstring), Josko Gvardiol (Leg), John Stones (Calf)

What is Arsenal’s predicted team?

Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Zubimendi, Rice; Madueke, Eze, Trossard; Gyokeres

Injured: Bukayo Saka, Mikel Merino

Doubts: Martin Odegaard, Jurrien Timber, Riccardo Calafiori, Noni Madueke

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