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With an impeccable campaign so far, with four wins in four games, Manchester City will host Arsenal this Sunday (22), at 12:30 pm, at the Etihad Stadium in Manchester (ING), on the fifth day of the Premier League. The reigning four-time champion, the team led by Pep Guardiola, will play the first match of the current season against Mikel Arteta’s team, Pep’s former assistant, with whom he has shared the most important domestic league in the world in recent years. In fact, the match is worth it for the leadership of the competition, because the London club will reach thirteen points if they win the classic.
How is Manchester City?
City will draw 0-0 with Internacional (ITA) on Wednesday (18) in the first round of the European Champions League. However, it is a different story when it comes to the Premier League where, under the leadership of Pep Guardiola, the team has shown dominant football, with the spotlight on Erling Holland, the team’s top scorer. In addition, a solid defense led by Ruben Diaz and reinforced with the arrival of Guardiola offered the necessary security for the team’s success.
City are also expected to take to the pitch in their traditional formation, exploring pace in transitions and controlling possession, which are hallmarks of Guardiola’s style. Both Bernardo Silva and Phil Foden have been key players in attack, while Brazilian Savinho has proven his worth in recent games.
How is Arsenal?
Arsenal also made their Champions League debut in midweek. On Thursday (19), they traveled to Bergamo, Italy, where they drew 0-0 with Atalanta. The London team, in fact, oscillates between good performances and moments of vulnerability, especially in the defensive system, which has raised concerns among fans. The team is betting on young prospects such as Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Jesus to take on prominent roles in the Gunners’ attack.
Arsenal’s potential squad also includes household names such as William Saliba, Gabriel Magalhanes and Thomas Partey, as well as new signings such as Kai Havertz and Declan Rice, who are still looking to further integrate into the squad. The presence of Gabriel Jesus as a link in attack should ensure pace and pressure on City’s defence. And, who knows, “Old Law”.
“MANCHESTER CITY X ARSENAL”.
5th day of the English championship
Date and time: 09/22/2024, 12:30 (Brazil time)
local: Estadio Etihad, Manchester (ING)
MANCHESTER CITY:Ederson; Walker, Ruben Diaz, Akandi and Guardiol; Kovacic and Rhodri; Savinho, Bernardo Silva and Foden; They are technical: Pep Guardiola
ARSENAL: Raya; Blanco, Saliba, wood Gabriel Magalhaes; Havertz, Partido and Rice; Saka, Gabriel Jesus and Trossard. technical: Mikel Arteta
Judge: Michael Oliver
Assistants: Stuart Burt y Dan Cook
ERA: Juan Brooks
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