Man City take title race lead

The high-intensity match was marked by physical confrontations, including a headbutt incident between Haaland and Arsenal defender Gabriel that resulted in yellow cards for both.

Pep Guardiola's tactical adjustments and the consistent form of key players like Rayan Cherki were credited for the victory.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard insisted his team remains in the hunt, but stats gurus now give City a significant advantage in the run-in.

The result has intensified pressure on Mikel Arteta as the season enters its final weeks.