Guardiola warns of title race end

The much-anticipated showdown at the Etihad Stadium is being treated as a 'final' by both managers as the season enters its closing stages.

Guardiola praised Arsenal's current form and admitted he enjoys watching them play, but insisted his team needs a 'perfect performance' to secure a victory.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta stated he will not waste 'one second' planning for a draw, despite selection concerns over injured stars like Bukayo Saka.

A win for City would close the gap to three points and put the title race back in their control, while a defeat would likely hand the trophy to the North London club.