Man City take title control

The high-stakes encounter lived up to its billing as an 'old-school battle,' marked by a heated individual duel between Haaland and Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes.

Despite an early opener from Rayan Cherki being canceled out by Kai Havertz, City's clinical finishing in the second half proved the difference.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta faced criticism for his tactical selections, while City's Pep Guardiola hailed his team's 'mentality' under pressure.

The result shifts the momentum firmly toward Manchester as the season enters its final stretch.