Manchester City's Erling Haaland struck four times as they remained on course to win a fourth successive Premier League title with a 5-1 thrashing of Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday.

Hours after Arsenal's 3-0 win over Bournemouth, Pep Guardiola's men responded with a resounding victory that pulled them to within a point of the North Londoners at the top of the standings, but with a game in hand.

Arsenal have 83 points with two fixtures remaining in one of the tightest title races in years, while City have 82, but three games to play.

"Nine (more) points, we will be champions. Seven points, six points, three points, Arsenal will win the Premier League," Guardiola said.

Haaland -- who boosted his league scoring lead to 25 with the first four-goal haul of his career -- converted from the penalty spot in the 12th minute after Rayan Ait-Nouri's late tackle took Josko Gvardiol down in the box.

The 23-year-old Norwegian doubled City's lead in the 35th when he soared high to head home at the far post from Rodri's cross.

"That's a beautiful goal. My father (Alf-Inge Haaland, who played for City) is going to be happy with that one," Haaland told Sky Sports. "A nice celebration, I enjoyed that one.

"Not bad, 25 goals this season. We keep going."

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Haaland converted again from the spot just before halftime after he was clipped from behind by Nelson Semedo in the area. Hwang Hee-chan pulled one back for Wolves in the 53rd with the visitors' only shot on target.

But a minute later, Haaland smothered any hopes of a comeback with his fourth.

The goal-scoring machine -- who missed nearly two months earlier this season with a foot injury but seems to be finding form again at the perfect time -- controlled a diagonal pass in the air from Phil Foden before slicing inside and curling a shot into the far corner.

"He was injured, to get back to best form you need time," Guardiola said. "But happy for his performance, for his exceptional goals, in the penalties as well because we know how some days it is not easy ... really pleased for him."

Substitute Julian Alvarez completed City's scoring in the 85th minute.

Wolves, whose manager Gary O'Neil was serving a touchline ban, looked nothing like the team that edged City 2-1 earlier in the season.

"I thought we damaged ourselves mostly," said O'Neil, whose squad are 11th in the standings. "If you make errors against these guys, they'll punish you. We made too many errors and Manchester City were very clinical.

"It was a tough afternoon, which we knew potentially it would be."

City play two away games at Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur then close the season at home against West Ham United. Arsenal will travel to Old Trafford next to play Manchester United before hosting Everton on the final day.

Manchester City's Erling Haaland struck four times as they remained on course to win a fourth successive Premier League title with a 5-1 thrashing of Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday.

Manchester City's Erling Haaland struck four times as they remained on course to win a fourth successive Premier League title with a 5-1 thrashing of Wolverhampton Wanderers on Saturday. Hours after Arsenal's 3-0 win over Bournemouth, Pep Guardiola's men responded with a resounding victory that pulled them to within a point of the North Londoners at the top of the standings, but with a game in hand. Arsenal have 83 points with two fixtures remaining in one of the tightest title races in years, while City have 82, but three games to play. "Nine (more) points, we will be champions. Seven points, six points, three points, Arsenal will win the Premier League," Guardiola said. Haaland -- who boosted his league scoring lead to 25 with the first four-goal haul of his career -- converted from the penalty spot in the 12th minute after Rayan Ait-Nouri's late tackle took Josko Gvardiol down in the box. The 23-year-old Norwegian doubled City's lead in the 35th when he soared high to head home at the far post from Rodri's cross. "That's a beautiful goal. My father (Alf-Inge Haaland, who played for City) is going to be happy with that one," Haaland told Sky Sports. "A nice celebration, I enjoyed that one. "Not bad, 25 goals this season. We keep going." ALSO READ: Ipswich Town seal Premier League return after 22 years with last day win against Huddersfield in Championship Haaland converted again from the spot just before halftime after he was clipped from behind by Nelson Semedo in the area. Hwang Hee-chan pulled one back for Wolves in the 53rd with the visitors' only shot on target. But a minute later, Haaland smothered any hopes of a comeback with his fourth. The goal-scoring machine -- who missed nearly two months earlier this season with a foot injury but seems to be finding form again at the perfect time -- controlled a diagonal pass in the air from Phil Foden before slicing inside and curling a shot into the far corner. "He was injured, to get back to best form you need time," Guardiola said. "But happy for his performance, for his exceptional goals, in the penalties as well because we know how some days it is not easy ... really pleased for him." Substitute Julian Alvarez completed City's scoring in the 85th minute. Wolves, whose manager Gary O'Neil was serving a touchline ban, looked nothing like the team that edged City 2-1 earlier in the season. "I thought we damaged ourselves mostly," said O'Neil, whose squad are 11th in the standings. "If you make errors against these guys, they'll punish you. We made too many errors and Manchester City were very clinical. "It was a tough afternoon, which we knew potentially it would be." City play two away games at Fulham and Tottenham Hotspur then close the season at home against West Ham United. Arsenal will travel to Old Trafford next to play Manchester United before hosting Everton on the final day.

Haaland’s hat-trick against Wolves keeps Manchester City ahead of Arsenal in tight PL title race

Arsenal’s luck in the Premier League title race once again was on the showcase after the side was awarded a controversial penalty in their match against Bournemouth on Saturday (May 4). The incident&nbsp;which&nbsp;did not go well with the away&nbsp;fans&nbsp;was widely condemned&nbsp;on the internet, but Bukayo Saka stepped up to score as the Gunners had a halftime lead of 1-0. At the time of writing, the lead also sees Arsenal open up a four-point gap at the top of the Premier League standings&nbsp;with&nbsp;Manchester City having two matches in hand.&nbsp;

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<h2>Arsenal gifted penalty by referee</h2>

In the 42nd minute of the match at the Emirates Stadium in London, referee David Coote decided to give a penalty for a foul on Arsenal attacker Kai Havertz. While the naked eyes showed that there was a touch by goalkeeper Mark Travers on Havertz, upon replay it was spotted that the touch was engineered by the attacker on the goalkeeper. However, the benefit of the doubt was given in the home side’s favour and the penalty stood despite VAR being used in the process.&nbsp;

The resulting penalty was converted by Saka which saw the Gunners take a 1-0 lead at the break. The lead now sees Arsenal go on 83 points in the Premier League standings with two matches to go. On the other hand, Man City are on 79 points from 34 matches and can narrow the gap to one point by the end of the night when they face Wolves later on Sunday.&nbsp;

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Liverpool technically still have a chance of winning the Premier League title but for that to happen, both Arsenal and Man City need to lose their all remaining matches. Arsenal's remaining two matches see them travel to Manchester United at Old Trafford on the penultimate day before facing Everton on the final day of the season.&nbsp;

Manchester City on the other hand have Wolves, Fulham, Spurs and West Ham to face at tough end to the Premier League season.

Arsenal’s luck in the Premier League title race once again was on the showcase after the side was awarded a controversial penalty in their match against Bournemouth on Saturday (May 4).

Arsenal’s luck in the Premier League title race once again was on the showcase after the side was awarded a controversial penalty in their match against Bournemouth on Saturday (May 4). The incident which did not go well with the away fans was widely condemned on the internet, but Bukayo Saka stepped up to score as the Gunners had a halftime lead of 1-0. At the time of writing, the lead also sees Arsenal open up a four-point gap at the top of the Premier League standings with Manchester City having two matches in hand. 🚨🚨| PENALTY TO ARSENAL!!pic.twitter.com/zI53R0CDkb — CentreGoals. (@centregoals) May 4, 2024 × Arsenal gifted penalty by referee In the 42nd minute of the match at the Emirates Stadium in London, referee David Coote decided to give a penalty for a foul on Arsenal attacker Kai Havertz. While the naked eyes showed that there was a touch by goalkeeper Mark Travers on Havertz, upon replay it was spotted that the touch was engineered by the attacker on the goalkeeper. However, the benefit of the doubt was given in the home side’s favour and the penalty stood despite VAR being used in the process. The resulting penalty was converted by Saka which saw the Gunners take a 1-0 lead at the break. The lead now sees Arsenal go on 83 points in the Premier League standings with two matches to go. On the other hand, Man City are on 79 points from 34 matches and can narrow the gap to one point by the end of the night when they face Wolves later on Sunday. ALSO READ | Formula 1: 'I'm very flattered,' says Red Bull's Adrian Newey on working with Lewis Hamilton at Ferrari Liverpool technically still have a chance of winning the Premier League title but for that to happen, both Arsenal and Man City need to lose their all remaining matches. Arsenal's remaining two matches see them travel to Manchester United at Old Trafford on the penultimate day before facing Everton on the final day of the season. Manchester City on the other hand have Wolves, Fulham, Spurs and West Ham to face at tough end to the Premier League season.

Premier League: Arsenal gifted controversial penalty by referee in Bournemouth clash - WATCH

Manchester City took another step in their bid to win a fourth consecutive Premier League title with a 2-0 victory over relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest on Sunday (April 28), with Josko Gvardiol and Erling Haaland on target.

Pep Guardiola's men kept the pressure on leaders Arsenal, pulling to within a point of the Gunners -- who held on to win 3-2 at Tottenham Hotspur earlier in the day -- in the table with a game in hand.

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Forest had matched City in a nervous first half at the sundrenched City Ground before Gvardiol got the holders on the scoreboard with his second career league goal when he headed in Kevin De Bruyne's corner kick from the near post in the 32nd minute. Forest had only 10 men on the pitch at the time following an injury to Neco Williams.

Haaland made a quick impact when he entered the game as a substitute in his first action since missing two matches with a muscle injury, scoring a league-leading 21st goal of the season from another De Bruyne assist.

Manchester City took another step in their bid to win a fourth consecutive Premier League title with a 2-0 victory over relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest on Sunday (April 28), with Josko Gvardiol and Erling Haaland on target.

Manchester City took another step in their bid to win a fourth consecutive Premier League title with a 2-0 victory over relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest on Sunday (April 28), with Josko Gvardiol and Erling Haaland on target. Pep Guardiola's men kept the pressure on leaders Arsenal, pulling to within a point of the Gunners -- who held on to win 3-2 at Tottenham Hotspur earlier in the day -- in the table with a game in hand. Also Read: PSG, Kylian Mbappe look for treble after securing 12th Ligue 1 title Forest had matched City in a nervous first half at the sundrenched City Ground before Gvardiol got the holders on the scoreboard with his second career league goal when he headed in Kevin De Bruyne's corner kick from the near post in the 32nd minute. Forest had only 10 men on the pitch at the time following an injury to Neco Williams. Haaland made a quick impact when he entered the game as a substitute in his first action since missing two matches with a muscle injury, scoring a league-leading 21st goal of the season from another De Bruyne assist.

Premier League: Manchester City stay close to table-toppers Arsenal with win over Nottingham Forest

The Premier League title race will have a decisive next&nbsp;couple of&nbsp;days as Arsenal play Tottenham Hotspur in the North London Derby on Sunday (April 28). With the Gunners sitting top of the Premier League and Spurs hunting for a place in the Champions League next season, the clash on Sunday will have too many things riding on it. However, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has insisted that they&nbsp;will have to&nbsp;keep their local rivalry aside and focus on the Premier League title race.

<h2>Arteta urges to keep rivalry&nbsp;aside</h2>

"I&nbsp;think&nbsp;it's&nbsp;an unbelievable atmosphere. We played there a few times already&nbsp;and&nbsp;it's&nbsp;a great place to play football. We have to put the rivalry aside&nbsp;and&nbsp;we have to&nbsp;live the game with passion and the intensity that it demands rather than anything special because the game has everything you need to enjoy it,”&nbsp;Arteta said in the pre-match press conference on Friday.

The clash will be the second meeting between the sides&nbsp;this season, with Spurs drawing 2-2 against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium&nbsp;back&nbsp;in September. Interestingly, it was the Spurs who were&nbsp;top&nbsp;of the league at that time. The fixture will be the first of the three for&nbsp;Spurs&nbsp; who&nbsp;face Chelsea and Liverpool in the consequent weeks.

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<h2>Race for the Premier League title</h2>

A win for Arsenal will see them remain top of the league at least until next week&nbsp;with&nbsp; Manchester City in action later that day against Nottingham Forest. Liverpool, also in the hunt for the Premier&nbsp;League&nbsp;will be in action Saturday. 
 
As things stand, Arsenal&nbsp;with&nbsp;77&nbsp;points&nbsp; are top of the league&nbsp;while&nbsp;Man City are at 76 points with a game in hand. Liverpool are third with 74 points in 34 matches.

In the top four race, Aston Villa are in the pole position with 66 points but have played two matches more. Interestingly, the Villans could open a nine-point gap over Spurs if Spurs lose and Villa win over the weekend.

The Premier League title race will have a decisive next couple of days as Arsenal play Tottenham Hotspur in the North London Derby on Sunday (April 28). With the Gunners sitting top of the Premier League and Spurs hunting for a place in the Champions League next season, the clash on Sunday will have too many things riding on it.

The Premier League title race will have a decisive next couple of days as Arsenal play Tottenham Hotspur in the North London Derby on Sunday (April 28). With the Gunners sitting top of the Premier League and Spurs hunting for a place in the Champions League next season, the clash on Sunday will have too many things riding on it. However, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has insisted that they will have to keep their local rivalry aside and focus on the Premier League title race. Arteta urges to keep rivalry aside "I think it's an unbelievable atmosphere. We played there a few times already and it's a great place to play football. We have to put the rivalry aside and we have to live the game with passion and the intensity that it demands rather than anything special because the game has everything you need to enjoy it,” Arteta said in the pre-match press conference on Friday. The clash will be the second meeting between the sides this season, with Spurs drawing 2-2 against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium back in September. Interestingly, it was the Spurs who were top of the league at that time. The fixture will be the first of the three for Spurs who face Chelsea and Liverpool in the consequent weeks. ALSO READ | Premier League: 'It is abuse,' Manchester United's Rashford hits out at criticism Race for the Premier League title A win for Arsenal will see them remain top of the league at least until next week with Manchester City in action later that day against Nottingham Forest. Liverpool, also in the hunt for the Premier League will be in action Saturday. As things stand, Arsenal with 77 points are top of the league while Man City are at 76 points with a game in hand. Liverpool are third with 74 points in 34 matches. In the top four race, Aston Villa are in the pole position with 66 points but have played two matches more. Interestingly, the Villans could open a nine-point gap over Spurs if Spurs lose and Villa win over the weekend.

Premier League: We have to put our local rivalry aside, says Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta ahead of Spurs clash

Phil Foden struck twice as Manchester&nbsp;City&nbsp;stepped up their bid for a fourth Premier League crown in a row with a ruthless 4-0 victory at Brighton &amp; Hove Albion on Thursday. A day after Liverpool's title challenge suffered a huge blow with a 2-0 defeat at Everton,&nbsp;City&nbsp;kept up the pressure on leaders Arsenal with a dominant display that left them one point behind the London club with a game in hand.

"The statement is three points,"&nbsp;City&nbsp;manager Pep Guardiola told Sky Sports. "There are five games left, we know the margins are so tight. We have to win every one. Each game we are closer." He added that it remains very much a three-team race. "What happened to Liverpool, two defeats in a row, it can happen to Arsenal, it can happen to us," Guardiola said. "What is important is that still we are there. There is a lot of games to play."

Kevin De Bruyne's superb diving header put&nbsp;City, missing top scorer Erling Haaland due to injury, ahead in the 17th minute. "It doesn't happen too much, does it? I think the only way I could reach it was jumping to the ball, and it goes in like a little lob, but it's obviously not something I'm really good at," De Bruyne said after netting his first headed goal in the Premier League.

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DEFENSIVE ERRORS

Foden scored his first with a deflected free kick and Brighton defensive errors allowed Bernardo Silva to win the ball and set up the England midfielder to sweep a shot into the bottom corner before halftime. "With Kev's first goal and a bit lucky with my second goal, it settled us a little bit and we grew into the game, in the first half was frightening with the way we attacked," Foden said.

Foden, whose hat-trick led&nbsp;City&nbsp;to a 4-1 win over Aston Villa three weeks ago, became only the third player to score 50 top-flight goals under manager Pep Guardiola aged 23 or younger, after Lionel Messi and Haaland. Julian Alvarez completed the rout midway through the second half and Brighton, who remained 11th in the table, never looked capable of launching a fightback.

Manchester&nbsp;City&nbsp;are unbeaten in 30 games in all competitions with 24 wins and six draws, making them the third English top-flight side to reach that landmark after Nottingham Forest (40 in 1978) and Manchester United (34 in 1993-94 and 33 in 1998-99).

Their last loss excluding penalty shootouts was against Aston Villa in early December. Brighton's best chance came when&nbsp;City&nbsp;keeper Ederson gifted them a late opportunity when he raced out of his box, only to fire the ball straight at Odeluga Offiah who failed to take advantage.

"City&nbsp;are one of the best teams in the world and today they played very well," Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi said.

City&nbsp;head to relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest on Sunday. They close out the season with matches against Wolverhampton Wanderers, Fulham, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United.

Phil Foden struck twice as Manchester City stepped up their bid for a fourth Premier League crown in a row with a ruthless 4-0 victory at Brighton & Hove Albion on Thursday.

Phil Foden struck twice as Manchester City stepped up their bid for a fourth Premier League crown in a row with a ruthless 4-0 victory at Brighton & Hove Albion on Thursday. A day after Liverpool's title challenge suffered a huge blow with a 2-0 defeat at Everton, City kept up the pressure on leaders Arsenal with a dominant display that left them one point behind the London club with a game in hand. "The statement is three points," City manager Pep Guardiola told Sky Sports. "There are five games left, we know the margins are so tight. We have to win every one. Each game we are closer." He added that it remains very much a three-team race. "What happened to Liverpool, two defeats in a row, it can happen to Arsenal, it can happen to us," Guardiola said. "What is important is that still we are there. There is a lot of games to play." Kevin De Bruyne's superb diving header put City, missing top scorer Erling Haaland due to injury, ahead in the 17th minute. "It doesn't happen too much, does it? I think the only way I could reach it was jumping to the ball, and it goes in like a little lob, but it's obviously not something I'm really good at," De Bruyne said after netting his first headed goal in the Premier League. Also read: Premier League: Liverpool legend makes bold statement on Mohamed Salah, Darwin Nunez future at club DEFENSIVE ERRORS Foden scored his first with a deflected free kick and Brighton defensive errors allowed Bernardo Silva to win the ball and set up the England midfielder to sweep a shot into the bottom corner before halftime. "With Kev's first goal and a bit lucky with my second goal, it settled us a little bit and we grew into the game, in the first half was frightening with the way we attacked," Foden said. Foden, whose hat-trick led City to a 4-1 win over Aston Villa three weeks ago, became only the third player to score 50 top-flight goals under manager Pep Guardiola aged 23 or younger, after Lionel Messi and Haaland. Julian Alvarez completed the rout midway through the second half and Brighton, who remained 11th in the table, never looked capable of launching a fightback. Manchester City are unbeaten in 30 games in all competitions with 24 wins and six draws, making them the third English top-flight side to reach that landmark after Nottingham Forest (40 in 1978) and Manchester United (34 in 1993-94 and 33 in 1998-99). Their last loss excluding penalty shootouts was against Aston Villa in early December. Brighton's best chance came when City keeper Ederson gifted them a late opportunity when he raced out of his box, only to fire the ball straight at Odeluga Offiah who failed to take advantage. "City are one of the best teams in the world and today they played very well," Brighton manager Roberto De Zerbi said. City head to relegation-threatened Nottingham Forest on Sunday. They close out the season with matches against Wolverhampton Wanderers, Fulham, Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United.

Premier League: Manchester City thrash Brighton to keep pressure on Arsenal

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admitted that his side weren't good enough on Wednesday (Apr 24) against Everton and now need a crisis at Arsenal and Manchester City for a chance to win the Premier League (PL) title. Second-placed Liverpool lost 2-0 against Everton in Merseyside derby.

Speaking after the match, Klopp said: "I don't know why I need to answer the question, but I know how it works," Klopp said. "You can see the table. We need a crisis at Arsenal and City, so they need to not win games as we haven't done tonight. Arsenal and City must have a very bad moment.

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"I can only apologise for today to the people. We should have done better but we didn't. Our performance wasn't good enough and I am very disappointed.

"We defended the first goal three times and handed it to Everton on a plate and the second goal could probably have been defended better.

"And for us, each miss gave Everton more momentum. We never had it, but we gave them more."

Liverpool now stand at 74 points with four more games to play. They are trailing Arsenal by three points which are at the top with 77 points in same number of games. In the race is also Manchester City who are at 73 points but in 32 games.

Liverpool next play against West Ham and Klopp admitted that: "West Ham will probably be waiting for us [on Saturday] and rubbing their hands, hoping that we turn up on one leg, but we have to recover for that."

For the next three games after West Ham, Liverpool face Tottenham Hotspur on May 5, Aston Villa on May 14, and Wolves on May 19.

Liverpool can't afford to lose anymore games if they wish to send off Klopp, who has decided to step down after the season, with a title.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admitted that his side weren't good enough on Wednesday (Apr 24) against Everton and now need a crisis at Arsenal and Manchester City for a chance to win the Premier League (PL) title.

Liverpool manager Jurgen Klopp admitted that his side weren't good enough on Wednesday (Apr 24) against Everton and now need a crisis at Arsenal and Manchester City for a chance to win the Premier League (PL) title. Second-placed Liverpool lost 2-0 against Everton in Merseyside derby. Speaking after the match, Klopp said: "I don't know why I need to answer the question, but I know how it works," Klopp said. "You can see the table. We need a crisis at Arsenal and City, so they need to not win games as we haven't done tonight. Arsenal and City must have a very bad moment. Also Read: Ligue 1: Kylian Mbappe creates history with a brace in victory against Lorient "I can only apologise for today to the people. We should have done better but we didn't. Our performance wasn't good enough and I am very disappointed. "We defended the first goal three times and handed it to Everton on a plate and the second goal could probably have been defended better. "And for us, each miss gave Everton more momentum. We never had it, but we gave them more." Liverpool now stand at 74 points with four more games to play. They are trailing Arsenal by three points which are at the top with 77 points in same number of games. In the race is also Manchester City who are at 73 points but in 32 games. Liverpool next play against West Ham and Klopp admitted that: "West Ham will probably be waiting for us [on Saturday] and rubbing their hands, hoping that we turn up on one leg, but we have to recover for that." For the next three games after West Ham, Liverpool face Tottenham Hotspur on May 5, Aston Villa on May 14, and Wolves on May 19. Liverpool can't afford to lose anymore games if they wish to send off Klopp, who has decided to step down after the season, with a title.

Premier League: 'Need crisis at Arsenal and City,' says Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp after loss vs Everton

An exasperated Mauricio Pochettino on Tuesday (Apr 23) admitted that when his team has bad days, they are incredibly bad, as Chelsea were routed 0-5 by Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium in the London derby.&nbsp;

Chelsea were played off the park by Mikel Arteta-coached Arsenal who looked like scoring after each passage of attacking play. Pochettino admitted the loss of Cole Palmer had a big impact on the match but even he could not have salvaged such a&nbsp;poor performance from the Blues.&nbsp;

"Maybe with him [Cole Palmer], the team today, it could be in the same situation. But of course Palmer is doing well for us and he is the only player we have to link all the lines of the team. When you miss a player like this, it is not easy. It was a great opportunity for some players to step up," said Pochettino.

"We are showing this inconsistency and that is why we are where we are. We are able to have an amazing performance [against Man City] and then one like this. When we have bad days, we are so bad."

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<h2>'Fight for the shirt'</h2>

The derby defeat marks another low in Pochettino's tenure as the Chelsea boss, with the team languishing in ninth place on the points table and without European football for the next season.&nbsp;

The frustration of the fans has been growing, both with the coach and the players. During the match,&nbsp;a young Chelsea fan held up a banner which read: "I don't want your shirt I want you to fight for ours."

Quizzed about the poster, Chelsea captain Conor Gallagher said:&nbsp;"We definitely are putting the effort in. I know it's been said many times; it's a very young squad with not much experience as a team in the Premier League. As you’ve seen this season, we’ve had a lot of ups and a lot of downs as well. We’re still improving and working together as a team to get to that next level.'&nbsp;

While Chelsea have hit a new low, their cross-city rivals climbed to the top of the points table, opening up a three-point gap against second-placed Liverpool who face Everton in the Merseyside derby, later on Wednesday.&nbsp;

Even if the Reds manage the three points they will remain second due to Arsenal's superior goal difference.&nbsp;&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

An exasperated Mauricio Pochettino on Tuesday (Apr 23) admitted that when his team has bad days, they are incredibly bad, as Chelsea were routed 0-5 by Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium in the London derby.

An exasperated Mauricio Pochettino on Tuesday (Apr 23) admitted that when his team has bad days, they are incredibly bad, as Chelsea were routed 0-5 by Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium in the London derby. Chelsea were played off the park by Mikel Arteta-coached Arsenal who looked like scoring after each passage of attacking play. Pochettino admitted the loss of Cole Palmer had a big impact on the match but even he could not have salvaged such a poor performance from the Blues. "Maybe with him [Cole Palmer], the team today, it could be in the same situation. But of course Palmer is doing well for us and he is the only player we have to link all the lines of the team. When you miss a player like this, it is not easy. It was a great opportunity for some players to step up," said Pochettino. "We are showing this inconsistency and that is why we are where we are. We are able to have an amazing performance [against Man City] and then one like this. When we have bad days, we are so bad." Also read | Premier League: Five-star Arsenal thrash Chelsea to open up lead at top 'Fight for the shirt' The derby defeat marks another low in Pochettino's tenure as the Chelsea boss, with the team languishing in ninth place on the points table and without European football for the next season. The frustration of the fans has been growing, both with the coach and the players. During the match, a young Chelsea fan held up a banner which read: "I don't want your shirt I want you to fight for ours." Quizzed about the poster, Chelsea captain Conor Gallagher said: "We definitely are putting the effort in. I know it's been said many times; it's a very young squad with not much experience as a team in the Premier League. As you’ve seen this season, we’ve had a lot of ups and a lot of downs as well. We’re still improving and working together as a team to get to that next level.' While Chelsea have hit a new low, their cross-city rivals climbed to the top of the points table, opening up a three-point gap against second-placed Liverpool who face Everton in the Merseyside derby, later on Wednesday. Even if the Reds manage the three points they will remain second due to Arsenal's superior goal difference. (With inputs from agencies)

Premier League: ‘We’re so bad,’ Pochettino’s scathing assessment after Arsenal thrash Chelsea 5-0

Liverpool's quest for a Premier League title in manager Juergen Klopp's final season with the team suffered a huge blow with a 1-0 loss to Crystal Palace at Anfield on Sunday that left them third in the table.

Eberechi Eze scored in the 14th minute to stun the Anfield faithful in the third consecutive disappointing result for Liverpool. Klopp's men are even on 71 points with second-placed Arsenal, who were playing later on Sunday, and two behind provisional leaders Manchester City.

Tyrick Mitchell found Eze unmarked in the box after some pretty passing and Eze slotted home with his first touch to put Palace ahead.

Poor finishing by Liverpool sealed their first league loss at Anfield since October 2022 and the television cameras captured young Liverpool fans wiping away tears in the stands after the final whistle.

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Liverpool, who had 21 shots to Palace's eight, squandered a bagful of chances including Curtis Jones's shot on a breakaway that he fired wide, tugging his shirt over his head in disbelief. Liverpool's talisman Mohamed Salah hammered a close-range strike off a defender in the dying seconds.

Palace keeper Dean Henderson also made some remarkable saves, darting to stop a Darwin Nunez point-blank shot off his knee, among others.

Palace could have doubled their lead in the first half when Jean-Philippe Mateta chipped past Liverpool keeper Alisson. The ball was bound for goal but defender Andy Robertson sprinted back and slid to just save it on the line.

Palace, who are 14th in the table, ended a 10-match winless run on the road, their first away victory since November against Burnley.

Liverpool were coming off a 3-0 loss to Atalanta in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final on Thursday and a costly 2-2 draw with Manchester United in their previous league game on April 7.

Arsenal were hosting Aston Villa in Sunday's late game with first place in the table up for grabs.

Liverpool's quest for a Premier League title in manager Juergen Klopp's final season with the team suffered a huge blow with a 1-0 loss to Crystal Palace at Anfield on Sunday that left them third in the table.

Liverpool's quest for a Premier League title in manager Juergen Klopp's final season with the team suffered a huge blow with a 1-0 loss to Crystal Palace at Anfield on Sunday that left them third in the table. Eberechi Eze scored in the 14th minute to stun the Anfield faithful in the third consecutive disappointing result for Liverpool. Klopp's men are even on 71 points with second-placed Arsenal, who were playing later on Sunday, and two behind provisional leaders Manchester City. Tyrick Mitchell found Eze unmarked in the box after some pretty passing and Eze slotted home with his first touch to put Palace ahead. Poor finishing by Liverpool sealed their first league loss at Anfield since October 2022 and the television cameras captured young Liverpool fans wiping away tears in the stands after the final whistle. ALSO READ: Iran-Israel conflict impacts IPL 2024: Commentator Kevin Pietersen’s flight rerouted due to missile attacks Liverpool, who had 21 shots to Palace's eight, squandered a bagful of chances including Curtis Jones's shot on a breakaway that he fired wide, tugging his shirt over his head in disbelief. Liverpool's talisman Mohamed Salah hammered a close-range strike off a defender in the dying seconds. Palace keeper Dean Henderson also made some remarkable saves, darting to stop a Darwin Nunez point-blank shot off his knee, among others. Palace could have doubled their lead in the first half when Jean-Philippe Mateta chipped past Liverpool keeper Alisson. The ball was bound for goal but defender Andy Robertson sprinted back and slid to just save it on the line. Palace, who are 14th in the table, ended a 10-match winless run on the road, their first away victory since November against Burnley. Liverpool were coming off a 3-0 loss to Atalanta in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final on Thursday and a costly 2-2 draw with Manchester United in their previous league game on April 7. Arsenal were hosting Aston Villa in Sunday's late game with first place in the table up for grabs.

Premier League: Liverpool slip in title race after shock home defeat against Crystal Palace

Harry Kane has reflected on the tough season with Bayern Munich amid rumours that he was mulling a return to the Premier League. The English striker cleared that he was determined to see out his contract in Germany despite results now going the way of the current Bundesliga champions.

Harry Kane has reflected on the tough season with Bayern Munich amid rumours that he was mulling a return to the Premier League. The English striker cleared that he was determined to see out his contract in Germany despite results now going the way of the current Bundesliga champions. Kane was speaking after returning to London to play Arsenal in the Champions League quarterfinal where he scored via a penalty to help Bayern secure a hard-fought draw. "Of course, it's not the season I wanted with the way the league has gone and the way we got knocked out of the cup. Not winning the Bundesliga is a tough pill to swallow and it makes this competition even more important but we know there's still a long way to go" Kane was quoted as saying by DailyMail. "We have to find that togetherness and team ethic where we grind out games because we haven't done it enough this year. It's been a disappointing season in the Bundesliga compared to what Leverkusen have done," he added. Also read | Champions League: Real Madrid-Man City settle for frantic draw as do Bayern-Arsenal Bayern lose Bundesliga race Bayern have fallen way behind in the title race with Leverkusen and securing the title seems mathematically impossible. However, despite the doom and gloom, Kane appears to be relishing his stay in Germany. "I'm really enjoying my experience in Germany. It was a step that I needed in my career for a fresh stimulus, a fresh challenge and new surroundings and I'm really happy that I made the move. My future is at Bayern Munich. I have a four-year contract," said Kane. "Hopefully, I will be able to make something special happen this season. If not, I'll be ready to go again in the summer and turn things around." Also read | 'Makes us really angry': Thomas Tuchel fumes after referee doesn't award penalty for Gabriel handball incident Kane has the opportunity to win a silverware this season in the Champions League but Bayern will have to overcome the Arsenal challenge when the Premier League leaders come to Allianz Arena next week. The tie is currently tantalisingly poised at 2-2 and Kane would hope to be the difference-maker yet again. At the Emirates, Kane played the false 9 role to perfection and joined the defence and attack cleverly. (With inputs from agencies)

Harry Kane addresses Premier League return rumours after Bundesliga title loss

Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel has slammed the match referee for his explanation of the Gabriel handball incident during the Champions League quarterfinal clash against Arsenal on Tuesday (Apr 9).

Bayern Munich manager Thomas Tuchel has slammed the match referee for his explanation of the Gabriel handball incident during the Champions League quarterfinal clash against Arsenal on Tuesday (Apr 9). The Arsenal defender picked the ball after a goal kick from goalkeeper David Raya but did not face any consequence for it. The incident happened in the 66th minute of the match when Bayern were leading 2-1 and could have added one more while playing away from home. Bayern players immediately appealed to the Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg that the ball was active but he shrugged off the protests and restarted the game. “The referee made a huge mistake. I know it was a crazy situation. They put the ball down, he whistles and the defender takes the ball with his hands," said a fuming Tuchel after the match. “What makes us really angry is the explanation on the pitch. He told our players it was a ‘kid’s mistake’ and he won’t give a penalty for that in a Champions League quarter-final," he added. End-to-end match The high-octane match was played at a breakneck speed at the Emirates in London where Arsenal led in the 12th minute, courtesy of a stunning finish from Bukayo Saka. However, the current Premier League leaders could sustain the momentum as Bayern started creating overloads in the middle of the park. Harry Kane would drop deep, allowing the wide runners in Serge Gnabry and Leroy Sane to stretch the Arsenal defence. The pressure from the visitors resulted in an error from Gabriel and Bayern equalised the tie six minutes later through Gnabry. In the 32nd minute, Saliba fouled Sane in the box and the referee pointed to the spot which was converted with utmost finesse by Harry Kane on his return to London. Also read | Champions League: Real Madrid-Man City settle for frantic draw as do Bayern-Arsenal After getting the lead, Arsenal stepped up on the gas but it was Bayern that created the most threatening transitional moments but could not finish them off. Arsenal substitution, Leandro Trossard, however, took the chance from a cutback by Gabriel Jesus and scored the second goal to bring his team level. When it looked certain that the game would finish all square, Saka got a 1v1 against Manuel Neur who fished out a leg which appeared to have tripped the Arsenal forward in the penalty box. However, the referee did not award the penalty which left the fans seething at the Emirates. (With inputs from agencies)

'Makes us really angry': Thomas Tuchel fumes after referee doesn't award penalty for Gabriel handball incident

Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel believes his side's extensive experience in the Champions League could give them the edge as they prepare to face Arsenal in the quarter-finals.

Bayern, who have won the European Cup six times, visit the Gunners in their first-leg clash on Tuesday (April 9). Arsenal's best showing in the elite competition was reaching the 2006 final.

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History favours Bayern, as this marks the fifth Champions League clash in the knockout stages between the two teams, with the Germans prevailing on all four previous occasions.

Tuchel conceded Bayern's overall form this season deserved criticism after some lacklustre displays. They are 16 points adrift of leaders Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga and were dumped out of the German Cup by third-tier Saarbruecken.

<h2 data-qa-component="item-headline" dir="auto" title="Arsenal favourites against Bayern but Arteta wary of Kane threat">Arsenal favourites against Bayern</h2>

In-form Arsenal will be seeking to set the record straight when they face Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final on Tuesday (April 9) but will be wary of a familiar face who simply loves scoring against the Gunners.

The last time the two clubs clashed in the competition in 2017, Bayern Munich won both legs of their last-16 tie 5-1 - a humiliating outcome that underlined Arsenal's decline.

Arsenal only returned to the Champions League this season and have thrived, reaching their first quarter-final since the 2009-10 season while challenging for the Premier League title.

Such is their form and Bayern's current struggles that they will go up against the six-times champions as favourites to set up a clash against either Manchester City or Real Madrid.

But the sight of former Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane in Munich's ranks will be a concern for the home faithful.

Kane scored a record 14 goals in 19 North London derbies and the England captain will be fired-up to bring his former team's rivals and current Premier League leaders back down to earth.

While Arsenal are potentially seven matches away from winning their first English title for 20 years, Bayern have fallen way short of their normal standards in the Bundesliga and are 16 points behind runaway leaders Bayer Leverkusen.

Bayern will have no fans at The Emirates on Tuesday as punishment for fireworks being thrown in the previous round against Lazio and Arteta has called on the home supporters to make the atmosphere a cauldron.

Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel believes his side's extensive experience in the Champions League could give them the edge as they prepare to face Arsenal in the quarter-finals.

Bayern Munich coach Thomas Tuchel believes his side's extensive experience in the Champions League could give them the edge as they prepare to face Arsenal in the quarter-finals. Bayern, who have won the European Cup six times, visit the Gunners in their first-leg clash on Tuesday (April 9). Arsenal's best showing in the elite competition was reaching the 2006 final. Also Read: Everton docked two points for second breach of Premier League financial rules History favours Bayern, as this marks the fifth Champions League clash in the knockout stages between the two teams, with the Germans prevailing on all four previous occasions. Tuchel conceded Bayern's overall form this season deserved criticism after some lacklustre displays. They are 16 points adrift of leaders Bayer Leverkusen in the Bundesliga and were dumped out of the German Cup by third-tier Saarbruecken. Arsenal favourites against Bayern In-form Arsenal will be seeking to set the record straight when they face Bayern Munich in the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final on Tuesday (April 9) but will be wary of a familiar face who simply loves scoring against the Gunners. The last time the two clubs clashed in the competition in 2017, Bayern Munich won both legs of their last-16 tie 5-1 - a humiliating outcome that underlined Arsenal's decline. Arsenal only returned to the Champions League this season and have thrived, reaching their first quarter-final since the 2009-10 season while challenging for the Premier League title. Such is their form and Bayern's current struggles that they will go up against the six-times champions as favourites to set up a clash against either Manchester City or Real Madrid. But the sight of former Tottenham Hotspur striker Harry Kane in Munich's ranks will be a concern for the home faithful. Kane scored a record 14 goals in 19 North London derbies and the England captain will be fired-up to bring his former team's rivals and current Premier League leaders back down to earth. While Arsenal are potentially seven matches away from winning their first English title for 20 years, Bayern have fallen way short of their normal standards in the Bundesliga and are 16 points behind runaway leaders Bayer Leverkusen. Bayern will have no fans at The Emirates on Tuesday as punishment for fireworks being thrown in the previous round against Lazio and Arteta has called on the home supporters to make the atmosphere a cauldron.

Champions League: Coach Thomas Tuchel hoping for Bayern's experience to come handy against Arsenal

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has heaped praise on superstar Bukyao Saka as the Gunners enter a crucial last couple of months of the season. Arsenal, fighting on two fronts in the Champions League and the Premier League are in search of their first silverware since 2020 when they lifted the FA Cup. Saka, who is an important player of the team, has been described by his manager as “decisive” and ready to fly with North London club set to face Brighton followed by Bayern Munich in the Champions League.

<h2>Arteta lavishes praise on Saka</h2>

"I'm super positive. I think he's going to fly and be so decisive."

"I think because he's so strong, how much he wants it when you talk to him and how excited he is about what is coming," Arteta said.

Asked on whether Saka will play in Saturday’s match at Amex Stadium, Arteta was optimistic and hinted that the English international could play a part. The 22-year-old English player was not part of his side’s 2-0 win over Luton Town and was nursing a hamstring injury.

"He wants to be there and he's getting better and better. It's normal, you have little niggles, you have kicks. He's gone through a lot of that in the last two or three years and look at the way he's performing," said&nbsp;Arteta.

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<h2>Arsenal’s hunt for glory</h2>

The Gunner currently sit second in the Premier League standings as the season enters the final phase. With eight matches to go in the Premier League season, Arsenal have&nbsp;68 points from 30 matches and are two points behind leaders Liverpool who are on 70 points.&nbsp;Manchester City sit third with 67 points from 30 matches.

On the European picture, the Gunners will face former Tottenham man Harry Kane and his Bayern Munich side next week. The Champions League quarterfinal will be Arsenal’s first in 14 years and will be an interesting contest considering they have a torrid record against them recently. Arsenal have lost their last three Champions League meetings with Bayern with the same score of 5-1.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has heaped praise on superstar Bukyao Saka as the Gunners enter a crucial last couple of months of the season. Arsenal, fighting on two fronts in the Champions League and the Premier League are in search of their first silverware since 2020 when they lifted the FA Cup.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has heaped praise on superstar Bukyao Saka as the Gunners enter a crucial last couple of months of the season. Arsenal, fighting on two fronts in the Champions League and the Premier League are in search of their first silverware since 2020 when they lifted the FA Cup. Saka, who is an important player of the team, has been described by his manager as “decisive” and ready to fly with North London club set to face Brighton followed by Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Arteta lavishes praise on Saka "I'm super positive. I think he's going to fly and be so decisive." "I think because he's so strong, how much he wants it when you talk to him and how excited he is about what is coming," Arteta said. Asked on whether Saka will play in Saturday’s match at Amex Stadium, Arteta was optimistic and hinted that the English international could play a part. The 22-year-old English player was not part of his side’s 2-0 win over Luton Town and was nursing a hamstring injury. "He wants to be there and he's getting better and better. It's normal, you have little niggles, you have kicks. He's gone through a lot of that in the last two or three years and look at the way he's performing," said Arteta. ALSO READ | IPL 2024: 'Hopefully he'll move up' - Shane Watson backs MS Dhoni to bat higher for CSK after cameo vs DC Arsenal’s hunt for glory The Gunner currently sit second in the Premier League standings as the season enters the final phase. With eight matches to go in the Premier League season, Arsenal have 68 points from 30 matches and are two points behind leaders Liverpool who are on 70 points. Manchester City sit third with 67 points from 30 matches. On the European picture, the Gunners will face former Tottenham man Harry Kane and his Bayern Munich side next week. The Champions League quarterfinal will be Arsenal’s first in 14 years and will be an interesting contest considering they have a torrid record against them recently. Arsenal have lost their last three Champions League meetings with Bayern with the same score of 5-1.

Premier League: Mikel Arteta heaps praise on superstar Bukayo Saka, says 'he's going to...'

Mikel Arteta praised his bit-part players after they helped take Arsenal back to the top of the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Luton Town on Wednesday.

Forward Reiss Nelson made his first league start of the season, Emile Smith Rowe his third and midfielder Thomas Partey was in the starting XI for the first time since August.

With Declan Rice, Jorginho and Gabriel Jesus left on the bench and Bukayo Saka not in the squad, however, Arsenal showed they have the strength in depth that was in doubt last season when their title hopes evaporated in the closing months.

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Smith Rowe was especially impressive, having a hand in both goals, while Partey quickly got up to speed.

"I look at my players and squad in a different way. It's a joy to have them fit. If we want to utilise the squad and maximise what we have, they have to play," Arteta told reporters. "I think they did really well.

"I think we have won again with good confidence and I think they've been really important for us."

It was a bold move by Arteta to make five changes from the side that drew 0-0 with champions Manchester City on Sunday, although Rice and Gabriel Martinelli came off the bench late on.

"When they have the moment, they have to take it and they certainly did today," he said of his squad players. "They gave me a reason every day, regardless of the result because it's not the right decision and it's not down to the result.

"If we would have lost the game, it would have been down to making the changes. You have to do what is right and what they deserve, and I was full of confidence that they would respond."

Arsenal, who will relinquish top spot if Liverpool beat Sheffield United on Thursday, certainly look more capable of sustaining their title push.

"It's certainly different to what we had last season, and the big injuries that we had in the key moments of the season," Arteta said.

He reserved special praise for Smith Rowe.

"I love him as a player. It's a joy to watch him, how he moves, how he changes direction, how physical he was today as well without the ball," Arteta said.

"He won a lot of duels and he was thinking with that killer instinct to play forward and to make things happen. Today he helped us a lot to win the game."

Mikel Arteta praised his bit-part players after they helped take Arsenal back to the top of the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Luton Town on Wednesday. Forward Reiss Nelson made his first league start of the season, Emile Smith Rowe his third and midfielder Thomas Partey was in the starting XI for the first time since August.

Mikel Arteta praised his bit-part players after they helped take Arsenal back to the top of the Premier League with a 2-0 victory over Luton Town on Wednesday. Forward Reiss Nelson made his first league start of the season, Emile Smith Rowe his third and midfielder Thomas Partey was in the starting XI for the first time since August. With Declan Rice, Jorginho and Gabriel Jesus left on the bench and Bukayo Saka not in the squad, however, Arsenal showed they have the strength in depth that was in doubt last season when their title hopes evaporated in the closing months. Also Read: Sebastian Vettel thinking about F1 return, in talks with Mercedes boss Toto Wolff Smith Rowe was especially impressive, having a hand in both goals, while Partey quickly got up to speed. "I look at my players and squad in a different way. It's a joy to have them fit. If we want to utilise the squad and maximise what we have, they have to play," Arteta told reporters. "I think they did really well. "I think we have won again with good confidence and I think they've been really important for us." It was a bold move by Arteta to make five changes from the side that drew 0-0 with champions Manchester City on Sunday, although Rice and Gabriel Martinelli came off the bench late on. "When they have the moment, they have to take it and they certainly did today," he said of his squad players. "They gave me a reason every day, regardless of the result because it's not the right decision and it's not down to the result. "If we would have lost the game, it would have been down to making the changes. You have to do what is right and what they deserve, and I was full of confidence that they would respond." Arsenal, who will relinquish top spot if Liverpool beat Sheffield United on Thursday, certainly look more capable of sustaining their title push. "It's certainly different to what we had last season, and the big injuries that we had in the key moments of the season," Arteta said. He reserved special praise for Smith Rowe. "I love him as a player. It's a joy to watch him, how he moves, how he changes direction, how physical he was today as well without the ball," Arteta said. "He won a lot of duels and he was thinking with that killer instinct to play forward and to make things happen. Today he helped us a lot to win the game."

Premier League: Mikel Arteta happy with back-up players keeping Arsenal in title race

Arsenal are full of energy and excited about every game in their Premier League title chase as they approach the run-in, manager Mikel Arteta said on Tuesday, ahead of his side's match with Luton Town.

Arsenal were knocked off the top of the Premier League by Liverpool at the weekend after a 0-0 draw with title rivals Manchester City but can return to the summit with victory over relegation threatened Luton on Wednesday.

They have a busy schedule ahead, with a trip to Brighton &amp; Hove Albion on Saturday followed three days later by the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich.

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It will be the first time they have played in the knockout stage of Europe's top-tier competition under Arteta, who said the success of Arsenal's women's team, who won League Cup final against Chelsea on Sunday, was a source of pride in their own pursuit of silverware.

"We are on track as a club. What the women's team did at the weekend makes us so proud and it's so important as well," Arteta told a news conference on Tuesday. "There are a lot of good things happening, but we need to aim for much more than that... This is where we want to be. Now we want to take this opportunity and make it happen."

Second-placed Arsenal have a tough run-in in their bid for a first league title since 2004, with matches still to come against rivals Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Manchester United, but the Spaniard is optimistic.

"We work every single day with the enthusiasm and passion to make it happen and are enjoying the moment. I see the team flowing and they are really excited about playing each game. That's what has to drive this journey until the end," the former Arsenal captain added.

"I'm very excited, I'm full of energy and it's a beautiful part of the season. It is very different and I wasn't in this position when I was a player (for Arsenal)."

The manager confirmed that forward Bukayo Saka was "fine" after he was forced off the pitch against Manchester City on Sunday and defender Jurrien Timber, a long-term injury absentee, has a "good chance" of returning before the end of the season.

When asked about the possibility of rotating his team selection, the manager said: "It is related to what they do in training as well. We will look at all these things and try and find the right team to win."

Arsenal are full of energy and excited about every game in their Premier League title chase as they approach the run-in, manager Mikel Arteta said on Tuesday, ahead of his side's match with Luton Town.

Arsenal are full of energy and excited about every game in their Premier League title chase as they approach the run-in, manager Mikel Arteta said on Tuesday, ahead of his side's match with Luton Town. Arsenal were knocked off the top of the Premier League by Liverpool at the weekend after a 0-0 draw with title rivals Manchester City but can return to the summit with victory over relegation threatened Luton on Wednesday. They have a busy schedule ahead, with a trip to Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday followed three days later by the first leg of their Champions League quarter-final against Bayern Munich. ALSO READ: AIFF official Deepak Sharma suspended over physical assault allegations It will be the first time they have played in the knockout stage of Europe's top-tier competition under Arteta, who said the success of Arsenal's women's team, who won League Cup final against Chelsea on Sunday, was a source of pride in their own pursuit of silverware. "We are on track as a club. What the women's team did at the weekend makes us so proud and it's so important as well," Arteta told a news conference on Tuesday. "There are a lot of good things happening, but we need to aim for much more than that... This is where we want to be. Now we want to take this opportunity and make it happen." Second-placed Arsenal have a tough run-in in their bid for a first league title since 2004, with matches still to come against rivals Tottenham Hotspur, Chelsea, Aston Villa and Manchester United, but the Spaniard is optimistic. "We work every single day with the enthusiasm and passion to make it happen and are enjoying the moment. I see the team flowing and they are really excited about playing each game. That's what has to drive this journey until the end," the former Arsenal captain added. "I'm very excited, I'm full of energy and it's a beautiful part of the season. It is very different and I wasn't in this position when I was a player (for Arsenal)." The manager confirmed that forward Bukayo Saka was "fine" after he was forced off the pitch against Manchester City on Sunday and defender Jurrien Timber, a long-term injury absentee, has a "good chance" of returning before the end of the season. When asked about the possibility of rotating his team selection, the manager said: "It is related to what they do in training as well. We will look at all these things and try and find the right team to win."

Arsenal remain enthusiastic and hungry for Premier League title, admits coach Arteta

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has blasted Erling Haaland for his timid performance against Arsenal on Sunday (Mar 31) during the title-decider clash. The Manchester City striker had a tough day in the field as he could barely create any chances for his side.&nbsp;

Keane highlighted it wasn't the first time that the Norwegian had struggled in big games, adding that his overall gameplay was comparable to a fourth-tier player.&nbsp;

"The levels of his general play is so poor. Not just today, I think his laying stuff off, headers, whatever it might be - in front of goal he's the best in the world - but for his general play for such a player it is so poor," Keane told&nbsp;Sky Sports.&nbsp;

"He has to improve that. He's almost like a League Two player, that's the way I look at him. His general play has to improve, and it will do over the next few years," Keane added.&nbsp;

Despite breaking scoring records since his arrival in England last year, Haaland has largely remained a passenger in the blockbuster City side, coached by Pep Guardiola.&nbsp;

The pundits largely agree that Haaland's all-round play as a striker leaves a lot to be desired especially when big teams do not give him any space. Akin to the Arsenal match, Haaland was anonymous during the 1-1 draw with Liverpool at Anfield, last month.&nbsp;

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<h2>Guardiola on title charge</h2>

During the post-match conference, Guardiola conceded that his treble-winning side was not the favourite to win the title but Liverpool with Arsenal on the second spot.&nbsp;

Questioned if there were concerns that with only 27 points to play for, his team would fail to catch the two teams in front of him, the Man City boss gave a measured response.&nbsp;

“It’s not in our hands. All we can do is think of Aston Villa [on Wednesday]. If you are top of the league – like we’ve been before – you are favourites," he said.&nbsp;

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The much-hyped title decider between the two teams was a rather dull affair with both managers refusing to take the extra risk to secure the three points.

Meanwhile, Liverpool came from behind to secure a 2-1 win against Brighton at Anfield to end Matchweek-29 on top of the table.&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has blasted Erling Haaland for his timid performance against Arsenal on Sunday (Mar 31) during the title-decider clash.

Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has blasted Erling Haaland for his timid performance against Arsenal on Sunday (Mar 31) during the title-decider clash. The Manchester City striker had a tough day in the field as he could barely create any chances for his side. Keane highlighted it wasn't the first time that the Norwegian had struggled in big games, adding that his overall gameplay was comparable to a fourth-tier player. "The levels of his general play is so poor. Not just today, I think his laying stuff off, headers, whatever it might be - in front of goal he's the best in the world - but for his general play for such a player it is so poor," Keane told Sky Sports. "He has to improve that. He's almost like a League Two player, that's the way I look at him. His general play has to improve, and it will do over the next few years," Keane added. Despite breaking scoring records since his arrival in England last year, Haaland has largely remained a passenger in the blockbuster City side, coached by Pep Guardiola. The pundits largely agree that Haaland's all-round play as a striker leaves a lot to be desired especially when big teams do not give him any space. Akin to the Arsenal match, Haaland was anonymous during the 1-1 draw with Liverpool at Anfield, last month. Also read | Premier League: Manchester City, Arsenal play goalless draw, help Liverpool secure no. 1 spot Guardiola on title charge During the post-match conference, Guardiola conceded that his treble-winning side was not the favourite to win the title but Liverpool with Arsenal on the second spot. Questioned if there were concerns that with only 27 points to play for, his team would fail to catch the two teams in front of him, the Man City boss gave a measured response. “It’s not in our hands. All we can do is think of Aston Villa [on Wednesday]. If you are top of the league – like we’ve been before – you are favourites," he said. Also read | ‘It’s not in our hands’: Guardiola on Premier League title race after Arsenal draw The much-hyped title decider between the two teams was a rather dull affair with both managers refusing to take the extra risk to secure the three points. Meanwhile, Liverpool came from behind to secure a 2-1 win against Brighton at Anfield to end Matchweek-29 on top of the table. (With inputs from agencies)

‘He’s like a League Two player’: Roy Keane’s scathing criticism of Erling Haaland after Arsenal draw

Pep Guardiola has conceded that the title race was out of Manchester City's hands after the treble winners played an attritional draw against Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday (March 31).&nbsp;

Guardiola was speaking at the post-match conference where he was quizzed if Liverpool were the clear favourite for the title.

“Yes. Always who is first is ­favourites, second is Arsenal and we are third,” the manager said.

Questioned if there were concerns that with only 27 points to play for, his team would fail to catch the two teams in front of him, the Man City boss gave a measured response.&nbsp;

“It’s not in our hands. All we can do is think of Aston Villa [on Wednesday]. If you are top of the league – like we’ve been before – you are favourites," he said.&nbsp;

“We prefer to win, obviously. We take the point. A tight game. I recog­nised my team, I’m so proud. They tried. Our intention was there. We’ll see what happens. We need to refresh our minds and legs before Aston Villa.”

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<h2>City-Arsenal tie remains goalless</h2>

The much-hyped title decider between the two teams was a rather dull affair with both managers refusing to take the extra risk to secure the three points.&nbsp;

Arsenal, playing away from home, opted for a defensive approach, often defending in a 5-3-2 shape which nullified the likes of Kevin de Bruyne and Bernardo Silva from operating between the lines and in half-spaces.&nbsp;

Man City striker Erling Haaland cut a sorry figure throughout the evening and could barely get touches inside the opposition penalty box. The centre-back pairing of Gabriel and William Saliba did a titanic job while Declan Rice in the midfield kept the Arsenal defence resolute.&nbsp;

Meanwhile, Liverpool came from behind to secure a 2-1 win against Brighton at Anfield. Jurgen Klopp's men conceded in under 90 seconds, courtesy of a stunning finish from Danny Welbeck. However, the Reds kept their composure and continued to create chances before Luis Diaz pounced on a back pass from a Brighton defender and scored past Bart Verbruggen to equalise the scoreline.&nbsp;

From thereon, the pressure was only increased on Roberto De Zerbi's team and eventually, Mo Salah slotted one to the back of the net in the second half to collect three crucial points for his team.&nbsp;&nbsp; 
 
(With inputs from agencies)

Pep Guardiola has conceded that the title race was out of Manchester City's hands after the treble winners played an attritional draw against Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday (March 31).

Pep Guardiola has conceded that the title race was out of Manchester City's hands after the treble winners played an attritional draw against Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday (March 31). Guardiola was speaking at the post-match conference where he was quizzed if Liverpool were the clear favourite for the title. “Yes. Always who is first is favourites, second is Arsenal and we are third,” the manager said. Questioned if there were concerns that with only 27 points to play for, his team would fail to catch the two teams in front of him, the Man City boss gave a measured response. “It’s not in our hands. All we can do is think of Aston Villa [on Wednesday]. If you are top of the league – like we’ve been before – you are favourites," he said. “We prefer to win, obviously. We take the point. A tight game. I recognised my team, I’m so proud. They tried. Our intention was there. We’ll see what happens. We need to refresh our minds and legs before Aston Villa.” Also read | Premier League: Manchester City, Arsenal play goalless draw, help Liverpool secure no. 1 spot City-Arsenal tie remains goalless The much-hyped title decider between the two teams was a rather dull affair with both managers refusing to take the extra risk to secure the three points. Arsenal, playing away from home, opted for a defensive approach, often defending in a 5-3-2 shape which nullified the likes of Kevin de Bruyne and Bernardo Silva from operating between the lines and in half-spaces. Man City striker Erling Haaland cut a sorry figure throughout the evening and could barely get touches inside the opposition penalty box. The centre-back pairing of Gabriel and William Saliba did a titanic job while Declan Rice in the midfield kept the Arsenal defence resolute. Meanwhile, Liverpool came from behind to secure a 2-1 win against Brighton at Anfield. Jurgen Klopp's men conceded in under 90 seconds, courtesy of a stunning finish from Danny Welbeck. However, the Reds kept their composure and continued to create chances before Luis Diaz pounced on a back pass from a Brighton defender and scored past Bart Verbruggen to equalise the scoreline. From thereon, the pressure was only increased on Roberto De Zerbi's team and eventually, Mo Salah slotted one to the back of the net in the second half to collect three crucial points for his team. (With inputs from agencies)

‘It’s not in our hands’: Guardiola on Premier League title race after Arsenal draw

Arsenal nullified reigning champions Manchester City's attack for a 0-0 draw at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday (Mar 31), allowing Liverpool to take top spot on a pivotal day in the Premier League's three-way title race.&nbsp; 
 
Mikel Arteta's Arsenal, in the hunt for their first league title in 20 years, are second in the table on 65 points with nine games remaining, while City are third with 64. Liverpool, on 67 points, claimed the lead with their 2-1 comeback victory over Brighton &amp; Hove Albion earlier on Sunday.

The match failed to live up to its billing as a battle of titans. City dominated possession with 72.2 per cent and came at Arsenal in waves.

But the visitors frustrated Pep Guardiola's men - including league-leading scorer Erling Haaland - with a textbook defensive display to extend their unbeaten league run to nine games and end their streak of eight losses at the Etihad.

Usually prolific Man City were restricted to just one shot on goal and it was the first time in 58 games that they have not scored at home.

"We want all the three points obviously, and we tried our best to get the win but we'll take the point and move on," Arsenal skipper Martin Odegaard said.

"We had to defend a lot, a bit more deep than we would have liked. It was a tight game and a tough one. So much can happen before the end of the season, we have to take it game-by-game."

Gabriel Jesus had Arsenal's best chances, firing two shots just wide in the first half and then narrowly failing to meet an inviting cross from Bukayo Saka.

City's best opportunity was Kevin De Bruyne's early corner kick that glanced off the shoulder of Nathan Ake but fell to keeper David Raya.

City parked themselves in Arsenal's half over a final tense few minutes but the visitors held strong.

The normally reliable Haaland failed to make contact with the ball when he seemed to have a simple finish from Josko Gvardiol's header late in the game, holding his head in his hands in frustration while the City fans groaned.

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While Arsenal lacked the firepower of recent weeks - they had scored an astounding 33 goals in eight successive league victories - shutting down City was mission accomplished for the Gunners, who were clobbered 4-1 at the Etihad last season before City ran away with the title.

"We can't be satisfied when we draw," said Arsenal defender William Saliba. "We leave with one point, but we are not satisfied. We know they are the best team in the world, so we have to be focused.

"We didn't score but we didn't concede, so we are happy. We defended well. We have to keep going like that."

The game marked the final clash between two of the top three teams this season.

Arsenal nullified reigning champions Manchester City's attack for a 0-0 draw at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday (Mar 31), allowing Liverpool to take top spot on a pivotal day in the Premier League's three-way title race.

Arsenal nullified reigning champions Manchester City's attack for a 0-0 draw at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday (Mar 31), allowing Liverpool to take top spot on a pivotal day in the Premier League's three-way title race. Mikel Arteta's Arsenal, in the hunt for their first league title in 20 years, are second in the table on 65 points with nine games remaining, while City are third with 64. Liverpool, on 67 points, claimed the lead with their 2-1 comeback victory over Brighton & Hove Albion earlier on Sunday. The match failed to live up to its billing as a battle of titans. City dominated possession with 72.2 per cent and came at Arsenal in waves. But the visitors frustrated Pep Guardiola's men - including league-leading scorer Erling Haaland - with a textbook defensive display to extend their unbeaten league run to nine games and end their streak of eight losses at the Etihad. Usually prolific Man City were restricted to just one shot on goal and it was the first time in 58 games that they have not scored at home. "We want all the three points obviously, and we tried our best to get the win but we'll take the point and move on," Arsenal skipper Martin Odegaard said. "We had to defend a lot, a bit more deep than we would have liked. It was a tight game and a tough one. So much can happen before the end of the season, we have to take it game-by-game." Gabriel Jesus had Arsenal's best chances, firing two shots just wide in the first half and then narrowly failing to meet an inviting cross from Bukayo Saka. City's best opportunity was Kevin De Bruyne's early corner kick that glanced off the shoulder of Nathan Ake but fell to keeper David Raya. City parked themselves in Arsenal's half over a final tense few minutes but the visitors held strong. The normally reliable Haaland failed to make contact with the ball when he seemed to have a simple finish from Josko Gvardiol's header late in the game, holding his head in his hands in frustration while the City fans groaned. Also read | La Liga: Barcelona maintain unbeaten run with home win over 10-man Las Palmas While Arsenal lacked the firepower of recent weeks - they had scored an astounding 33 goals in eight successive league victories - shutting down City was mission accomplished for the Gunners, who were clobbered 4-1 at the Etihad last season before City ran away with the title. "We can't be satisfied when we draw," said Arsenal defender William Saliba. "We leave with one point, but we are not satisfied. We know they are the best team in the world, so we have to be focused. "We didn't score but we didn't concede, so we are happy. We defended well. We have to keep going like that." The game marked the final clash between two of the top three teams this season.

Premier League: Manchester City, Arsenal play goalless draw, help Liverpool secure no. 1 spot

Man City v Arsenal:&nbsp;Manchester City and Arsenal are set to clash&nbsp;in a highly anticipated showdown at the summit of the table this Sunday afternoon, a fixture laden with significant implications for the Premier League title contention.

With only eight games left in the season, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City find themselves entrenched in a captivating battle for the top spot. Currently leading the pack, Arsenal holds the pole position, narrowly edging out Liverpool on goal difference, while Pep Guardiola's Manchester City trails closely behind by just one point in third place.

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Here's all live streaming details&nbsp;you need to know:&nbsp;

<h2>When is Man City v Arsenal?</h2>

Man City v Arsenal will take place on&nbsp;Sunday 31st March 2024.

Check out our&nbsp;<a href="https://www.radiotimes.com/tv/sport/football/football-live-on-tv-tonight/">live football on TV</a>&nbsp;guide for the latest times and information.

<h2>Man City v Arsenal kick-off time</h2>

Man City v Arsenal will kick off at&nbsp;4:30pm.

<h1>What TV channel is Man City v Arsenal on?</h1>

You can watch the game live on&nbsp;<a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?id=489797&amp;clickref=radiotimes-2016067&amp;awinmid=11005&amp;p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sky.com%2Fshop%2Ftv%2Fsports">Sky Sports</a>&nbsp;Premier League and Main Event&nbsp;from 4pm.

You can add the Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Football channels for just £18 per month combined&nbsp;or pick up the complete sports package for just £25 per month.

<h1>How to live stream Man City v Arsenal online</h1>

Sky Sports customers can live stream the game via the&nbsp;Sky Go&nbsp;app on a variety of devices including most smartphones and tablets as part of their subscription.

You can also watch the match via&nbsp;NOW&nbsp;without signing up to a contract.

NOW can be streamed through a computer or apps found on most smart TVs, phones and consoles. NOW is also available via TNT Sports.

<h2>Listen to Man City v Arsenal on radio</h2>

You can listen to the match on&nbsp;BBC Radio 5 Live.

BBC Radio 5 Live is available on DAB radio, MW 693 kHz, 909 kHz and 990 kHz, or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to Radio 5 Live online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app.

<h2>How to watch Man City v Arsenal in the USA</h2>

You can watch Man City v Arsenal live on&nbsp;Peacock&nbsp;at 10:30am ET.

Most Premier League matches will be shown on either&nbsp;FuboTV&nbsp;or&nbsp;Peacock&nbsp;in 2023/24.

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Man City v Arsenal: Manchester City and Arsenal are set to clash in a highly anticipated showdown at the summit of the table this Sunday afternoon, a fixture laden with significant implications for the Premier League title contention.

Man City v Arsenal: Manchester City and Arsenal are set to clash in a highly anticipated showdown at the summit of the table this Sunday afternoon, a fixture laden with significant implications for the Premier League title contention. With only eight games left in the season, Arsenal, Liverpool, and Manchester City find themselves entrenched in a captivating battle for the top spot. Currently leading the pack, Arsenal holds the pole position, narrowly edging out Liverpool on goal difference, while Pep Guardiola's Manchester City trails closely behind by just one point in third place. Also read | IPL 2024: Ravi Aswhin lambasts fans for booing Mumbai Indians skipper Hardik Pandya Here's all live streaming details you need to know: When is Man City v Arsenal? Man City v Arsenal will take place on Sunday 31st March 2024. Check out our live football on TV guide for the latest times and information. Man City v Arsenal kick-off time Man City v Arsenal will kick off at 4:30pm. What TV channel is Man City v Arsenal on? You can watch the game live on Sky Sports Premier League and Main Event from 4pm. You can add the Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Football channels for just £18 per month combined or pick up the complete sports package for just £25 per month. How to live stream Man City v Arsenal online Sky Sports customers can live stream the game via the Sky Go app on a variety of devices including most smartphones and tablets as part of their subscription. You can also watch the match via NOW without signing up to a contract. NOW can be streamed through a computer or apps found on most smart TVs, phones and consoles. NOW is also available via TNT Sports. Listen to Man City v Arsenal on radio You can listen to the match on BBC Radio 5 Live. BBC Radio 5 Live is available on DAB radio, MW 693 kHz, 909 kHz and 990 kHz, or you can tune into the station via most TV packages. You can also listen to Radio 5 Live online via the BBC website or BBC Sounds app. How to watch Man City v Arsenal in the USA You can watch Man City v Arsenal live on Peacock at 10:30am ET. Most Premier League matches will be shown on either FuboTV or Peacock in 2023/24. Also read | IPL 2024: KKR's Sunil Narine becomes fourth player to play 500 or more T20s. Check full list inside (With inputs from agencies)

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Champions League quarterfinal draw Live Streaming: The UEFA Champions League quarterfinal draws are all set to take place on Friday (Mar 15) as eight teams will learn their fate in the race to reach the final at the Wembley Stadium in London. After fighting tough competition in R16, teams like Arsenal, 14-time champions Real Madrid and Bayern Munich will take their place along with five other teams in the draw. Ahead of the draw, here is all you need to know for the 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw.

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<h2>When will the 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw take place? Date</h2>

The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw will take place on Friday (Mar 15).

<h2>What time will the 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw take place? Time</h2>

The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw will take place at 12:00 PM CET/4:30 PM IST.

<h2>Which digital platform will live streaming the 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw?</h2>

The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw will be live streamed on the Sony Liv App.

<h2>Which channel will broadcast the 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw?</h2>

The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw will be broadcasted on the Sony Sports Network.

<h2>Where will 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw take place?</h2>

The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw take place at the UEFA Headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland.

<h2>Which teams are in the draw?</h2>

The draw features the eight teams that advanced from the Champions League round of 16:

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	<li>Atlético de Madrid (ESP)</li>
	<li>Barcelona (ESP)</li>
	<li>Bayern München (GER)</li>
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<h2>What are 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw rules?</h2>

The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw will be an open draw with no barriers for association and group stage opponents. Teams can be drawn against any other team with one team picked at random. The draws will also consist of pat to the final, with draws also being made for the semifinal and final of the Champions League.

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<h2>When do the quarter-final and semi-final games take place?</h2>

Quarter-final first legs: 9/10 April ﻿2024

Quarter-final second legs: 16/17 April 2024

Semi-final first legs: 30 April/ 1 May 2024

Semi-final second legs: 7/8 May ﻿2024

Champions League quarterfinal draw Live Streaming: The UEFA Champions League quarterfinal draws are all set to take place on Friday (Mar 15) as eight teams will learn their fate in the race to reach the final at the Wembley Stadium in London.

Champions League quarterfinal draw Live Streaming: The UEFA Champions League quarterfinal draws are all set to take place on Friday (Mar 15) as eight teams will learn their fate in the race to reach the final at the Wembley Stadium in London. After fighting tough competition in R16, teams like Arsenal, 14-time champions Real Madrid and Bayern Munich will take their place along with five other teams in the draw. Ahead of the draw, here is all you need to know for the 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw. Quarter-finalists confirmed ✅#UCL pic.twitter.com/7sYKU5LIbI — UEFA Champions League (@ChampionsLeague) March 13, 2024 × When will the 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw take place? Date The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw will take place on Friday (Mar 15). What time will the 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw take place? Time The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw will take place at 12:00 PM CET/4:30 PM IST. Which digital platform will live streaming the 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw? The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw will be live streamed on the Sony Liv App. Which channel will broadcast the 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw? The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw will be broadcasted on the Sony Sports Network. Where will 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw take place? The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw take place at the UEFA Headquarters in Nyon, Switzerland. Which teams are in the draw? The draw features the eight teams that advanced from the Champions League round of 16: Arsenal (ENG) Atlético de Madrid (ESP) Barcelona (ESP) Bayern München (GER) Borussia Dortmund (GER) Manchester City (ENG) Paris Saint-Germain (FRA) Real Madrid (ESP) What are 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw rules? The 2023-2024 Champions League quarterfinals draw will be an open draw with no barriers for association and group stage opponents. Teams can be drawn against any other team with one team picked at random. The draws will also consist of pat to the final, with draws also being made for the semifinal and final of the Champions League. ALSO READ | T20 World Cup 2024: ICC to release additional tickets for 13 matches on March 19 When do the quarter-final and semi-final games take place? Quarter-final first legs: 9/10 April ﻿2024 Quarter-final second legs: 16/17 April 2024 Semi-final first legs: 30 April/ 1 May 2024 Semi-final second legs: 7/8 May ﻿2024

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Arsenal survived a penalty shootout to scrape past Porto and reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in 14 years after a tense last-16 duel had ended 1-1 on aggregate on Tuesday (March 12).

Porto, who won the opening leg 1-0, proved stubborn opposition for the Premier League leaders and Arsenal fans must have feared another night of European heartache.

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But Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice all tucked away their spot kicks with clinical precision.

Porto's Wendell saw his effort somehow stay out after hitting the post and Arsenal keeper David Raya then became the hero as he kept out Galeno's penalty to send Arsenal through 4-2 in the shootout and spark wild celebrations.

Leandro Trossard's well-taken effort shortly before halftime had levelled the tie but Arsenal struggled to break down a disciplined Porto side who also carved out some decent chances.

Extra time failed to separate the sides but Mikel Arteta's team held their nerve to snap a run of seven successive exits at the last-16 stage. The last time they reached the quarter-finals in 2010 they also beat Porto in the last 16 and they will go into Friday's draw full of confidence that they can go further.

Arsenal survived a penalty shootout to scrape past Porto and reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in 14 years after a tense last-16 duel had ended 1-1 on aggregate on Tuesday (March 12).

Arsenal survived a penalty shootout to scrape past Porto and reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League for the first time in 14 years after a tense last-16 duel had ended 1-1 on aggregate on Tuesday (March 12). Porto, who won the opening leg 1-0, proved stubborn opposition for the Premier League leaders and Arsenal fans must have feared another night of European heartache. Also Read: Malaysia emerges as option to host Commonwealth Games 2026 after Australia's withdrawal But Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, Bukayo Saka and Declan Rice all tucked away their spot kicks with clinical precision. Porto's Wendell saw his effort somehow stay out after hitting the post and Arsenal keeper David Raya then became the hero as he kept out Galeno's penalty to send Arsenal through 4-2 in the shootout and spark wild celebrations. Leandro Trossard's well-taken effort shortly before halftime had levelled the tie but Arsenal struggled to break down a disciplined Porto side who also carved out some decent chances. Extra time failed to separate the sides but Mikel Arteta's team held their nerve to snap a run of seven successive exits at the last-16 stage. The last time they reached the quarter-finals in 2010 they also beat Porto in the last 16 and they will go into Friday's draw full of confidence that they can go further.

Champions League: Arsenal beat Porto in penalty shootout to enter maiden quarterfinals in 14 years

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard is wary of the match-up against Porto in the second leg of the Round of 16 tie at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday (Mar 12). Odegaard warned his teammates that akin to the first leg, Porto are likely to waste a lot of time to protect their slender 1-0 lead and ensure that the Gunners are frustrated.

Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard is wary of the match-up against Porto in the second leg of the Round of 16 tie at the Emirates Stadium on Tuesday (Mar 12). Odegaard warned his teammates that akin to the first leg, Porto are likely to waste a lot of time to protect their slender 1-0 lead and ensure that the Gunners are frustrated. It was last month that Arsenal suffered a shock defeat at the Estádio do Dragão when Galeno smashed a worldie from outside the box, deep into the stoppage time to leave Mikel Arteta and co. wounded. High-flying Arsenal came into the match with confidence but the tactics from the Porto side disrupted their rhythm which had an eventual say in the proceedings. "There are so many different things going on in each game. This game [against Porto] was one where the ball was out of play a lot and a lot of stop and start and restarts and all this. I think you saw that also against Brentford and I think we dealt with it in a brilliant way. I think that was a good practice," Odegaard told reporters ahead of the crucial match. "We already showed in that game what we learned in Porto, hopefully, we can do that even better on Tuesday," he said. The Arsenal captain added that he wanted his side to play their own game which was the main thing. "We had to deal with a lot of different situations, a lot of time-wasting. We had to control our emotions the whole game and I think we did that brilliantly." Also read | Galeno's late stunner gives Porto win over Arsenal in Champions League last-16 tie War of words The two teams have been sparring even before the ball was kicked in the first leg. In the build-up to the match, Porto goalkeeper Diogo Costa warned Arsenal saying his team would show the 'weak points' of the opponent. "They are quite offensive but we will explore those weaker points in their game. Of course, they have weaknesses and of course I'm not going to say what they are," said Costa. Also read: Football: Bundesliga investment deal called off amid fan protest After the match, Porto coach Sergio Conceicao further riled the Arsenal fanbase by stating: "Arsenal wanted to play but we wanted to win." Quizzed on the eve of the second-leg match about Conceicao's statement, Arsenal boss Arteta said: "There is no interpretation, those are strong words." (With inputs from agencies)

UCL: Captain Martin Odegaard warns Arsenal to be wary of Porto’s ‘time-wasting’ tactics

Alexis Mac Allister fired home a second-half penalty as Liverpool claimed a point against Manchester City in a breathless 1-1 Premier League blockbuster at Anfield on Sunday that left Arsenal top of the table.

Liverpool are second with 64 points, behind the Gunners on goal difference, with 10 games remaining of a thrilling three-way title race. Holders City, who are unbeaten in 21 games across all competitions, are third on 63. Arsenal climbed top with their 2-1 win against Brentford on Saturday.

"Sensational," Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said. "The second half was the best we ever played against Manchester City, definitely. Exceptional football game. Wow.

"We proved today the first time 100% we are exactly where we should be. We will fight for it and see what we can get."

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City looked poised to hand manager Pep Guardiola his second victory in nine trips to the cauldron of Anfield when John Stones lost his marker to tap in Kevin De Bruyne's corner from close range in the 23rd minute. Stones leapt onto the barrier in front of the visitors' fans and shook both fists in celebration.

Yet the cheers were deafening when Mac Allister slotted home from the penalty spot past Ederson in the 50th minute after the keeper had sent Darwin Nunez flying through the air with a rash challenge in the box.

Ederson received treatment after the tackle and was replaced by Stefan Ortega a couple of minutes later.

"We started really well but they are an incredible team," Guardiola said. "We had our moments, they had theirs. We take that point. Both sides we are incredible competitors. I would prefer a win but they prove for many years the quality they have."

Liverpool screamed for a penalty deep in stoppage time after Jeremy Doku's reckless tackle on Mac Allister in the box, with television replays showing Doku's boot hitting the Argentine in the chest.

"It was 100% penalty," Klopp said. "They will find an explanation. It was 100% foul in all areas of the pitch and probably a yellow card.

"All the people with iPads around me were 'Wow, clear'."

The officials disagreed and the VAR did not send the referee to have a second look after checking the decision.

"We had very good chances, unfortunately we couldn't get the winner but overall bittersweet," Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk -- who frustrated City striker Erling Haaland all afternoon -- told Sky Sports.

"Manchester City have been very successful with the titles they have won and every game we have played against each other has been very intense," he added. "To come away with a point is not a bad situation and we have to focus on what's next. We just have to enjoy the ride."

Buoyed by the goal, and the return of their talisman Mohamed Salah from injury as a 61st-minute substitute, Liverpool kept pressing.

Luis Diaz had a couple of terrific chances within the same minute, launching the ball wide of the goal in a one-on-one with Ortega, and he was then stopped by Kyle Walker when he seemingly had the goal at his mercy.

Doku hit the post against the run of play in a frantic final few minutes.

The match was likely the last Premier League meeting for Guardiola and Klopp, who plans to leave the club at the season's end. Klopp and Guardiola shared a long embrace after the full-time whistle.

"We wouldn't need a hug to show that (respect)," Guardiola said. "He defends his club, I defend mine. Our history speaks for itself. We still have 10 games to go, many things can happen."

Alexis Mac Allister fired home a second-half penalty as Liverpool claimed a point against Manchester City in a breathless 1-1 Premier League blockbuster at Anfield on Sunday that left Arsenal top of the table.

Alexis Mac Allister fired home a second-half penalty as Liverpool claimed a point against Manchester City in a breathless 1-1 Premier League blockbuster at Anfield on Sunday that left Arsenal top of the table. Liverpool are second with 64 points, behind the Gunners on goal difference, with 10 games remaining of a thrilling three-way title race. Holders City, who are unbeaten in 21 games across all competitions, are third on 63. Arsenal climbed top with their 2-1 win against Brentford on Saturday. "Sensational," Liverpool manager Juergen Klopp said. "The second half was the best we ever played against Manchester City, definitely. Exceptional football game. Wow. "We proved today the first time 100% we are exactly where we should be. We will fight for it and see what we can get." ALSO READ: Tennis: Jannik Sinner, Carlos Alcaraz move forward in Indian Wells; Rublev out City looked poised to hand manager Pep Guardiola his second victory in nine trips to the cauldron of Anfield when John Stones lost his marker to tap in Kevin De Bruyne's corner from close range in the 23rd minute. Stones leapt onto the barrier in front of the visitors' fans and shook both fists in celebration. Yet the cheers were deafening when Mac Allister slotted home from the penalty spot past Ederson in the 50th minute after the keeper had sent Darwin Nunez flying through the air with a rash challenge in the box. Ederson received treatment after the tackle and was replaced by Stefan Ortega a couple of minutes later. "We started really well but they are an incredible team," Guardiola said. "We had our moments, they had theirs. We take that point. Both sides we are incredible competitors. I would prefer a win but they prove for many years the quality they have." Liverpool screamed for a penalty deep in stoppage time after Jeremy Doku's reckless tackle on Mac Allister in the box, with television replays showing Doku's boot hitting the Argentine in the chest. "It was 100% penalty," Klopp said. "They will find an explanation. It was 100% foul in all areas of the pitch and probably a yellow card. "All the people with iPads around me were 'Wow, clear'." The officials disagreed and the VAR did not send the referee to have a second look after checking the decision. "We had very good chances, unfortunately we couldn't get the winner but overall bittersweet," Liverpool defender Virgil van Dijk -- who frustrated City striker Erling Haaland all afternoon -- told Sky Sports. "Manchester City have been very successful with the titles they have won and every game we have played against each other has been very intense," he added. "To come away with a point is not a bad situation and we have to focus on what's next. We just have to enjoy the ride." Buoyed by the goal, and the return of their talisman Mohamed Salah from injury as a 61st-minute substitute, Liverpool kept pressing. Luis Diaz had a couple of terrific chances within the same minute, launching the ball wide of the goal in a one-on-one with Ortega, and he was then stopped by Kyle Walker when he seemingly had the goal at his mercy. Doku hit the post against the run of play in a frantic final few minutes. The match was likely the last Premier League meeting for Guardiola and Klopp, who plans to leave the club at the season's end. Klopp and Guardiola shared a long embrace after the full-time whistle. "We wouldn't need a hug to show that (respect)," Guardiola said. "He defends his club, I defend mine. Our history speaks for itself. We still have 10 games to go, many things can happen."

Premier League: Liverpool-Manchester City play draw at Anfield as Arsenal remain on top

Arsenal's Kai Havertz headed an 86th-minute winner to take his side top of the Premier League with a 2-1 home victory over Brentford on Saturday (Mar 9), while Manchester United fanned the embers of their top-four hopes with a 2-0 win against visiting Everton.

Arsenal have 64 points after 28 games, although either Liverpool or Manchester City can claim first place with a win in Sunday's blockbuster clash at Anfield. Second-placed Liverpool have 63 points, while City are third on 62.

Luton Town salvaged a 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace with a late goal to boost their survival bid, Bournemouth came from two down to deny Sheffield United their fourth league win this season with a 2-2 draw and Wolverhampton Wanderers beat Fulham 2-1.

Arsenal recorded an eighth league victory in a row and Havertz scored for the fourth consecutive game to make up for a calamitous error by stand-in goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale.

Declan Rice's glancing header from a Ben White cross gave Arsenal the lead after 19 minutes before Yoane Wissa levelled just before halftime, with his sliding challenge sending Ramsdale's attempted clearance into the net.

"These points were so important for us and you could see that in the second half," said Havertz. "We didn't play our best in the first half but it's even better to win it this way.

Brentford remain in 15th place.

<h2 data-testid="Heading">United penalties</h2>

Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford fired in first-half penalties -- both created by sloppy Everton tackles on Alejandro Garnacho.

Erik ten Hag's team remain sixth but with 47 points they crept closer to fourth-placed Aston Villa, who are on 55 with a game in hand at home to Tottenham Hotspur in fifth on Sunday.

United were coming off successive league losses, to Fulham and Manchester City, that ended an unbeaten run of four wins.

"It was important. We had one bad result against Fulham in this calendar year," Ten Hag said. "We had to put this right and keep the pressure on the teams above us.

"There are many games to play. Now we are back. We will keep pressure on them and see what happens."

Sean Dyche's Everton -- winless in 11 straight league games -- are 16th on 25 points, four points above the drop zone.

<h2 data-testid="Heading">Own goal</h2>

Wolves beat Fulham thanks to a close-range strike by Rayan Ait-Nouri and a deflected own goal from a shot by fellow defender Nelson Semedo that was attributed to Tom Cairney.

The result moved Wolves up to eighth in the league on 41 points and kept intact their more than four-decade unbeaten streak at home to the Londoners. Fulham are 12th on 35.

Wolves' first goal came in the 52nd minute when Algerian international Ait-Nouri scooped the ball into the roof of the net after a cutback from a free kick.

His Portuguese team mate Semedo secured the win 15 minutes later with a shot from just outside the area which hit Fulham midfielder Cairney on the way in for an own goal.

"An unbelievable win. To find a way to beat a Fulham team that are in a really good moment," Wolves manager Gary O'Neil said. "Just delighted - 41 points, equalling last season’s tally already."

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<h2 data-testid="Heading">Unlikely draw</h2>

Crystal Palace struck against Luton in the 11th minute when Jean-Philippe Mateta back-heeled the ball into the net.

But with Selhurst Park celebrating, Luton launched a late attack and Cauley Woodrow's goal in the 96th minute -- after late substitute Andros Townsend floated the ball into the area, stunned the home fans and gave the visitors an unlikely draw.

"It's frustrating, gutting to concede like that at the end of the game when we could have had three points," Palace goalkeeper Sam Johnstone said.

Palace remain 14th on 29 points with Luton still 18th on 21, three behind Nottingham Forest in the safety zone.

Sheffield United looked set to earn three points when the clock struck 90 minutes at the Vitality Stadium but Bournemouth's Enes Unal equalised to pile even more pressure on the visitors' faint survival hopes.

The draw was just enough to move United off the bottom of the table, up one spot to 19th on 14 points -- a point above Burnley, who visit West Ham United on Sunday.

"We're off the bottom, we'll enjoy that," Blades manager Chris Wilder said. "I'm not jumping through hoops and no medals are being handed out for being off the bottom. We have to show the consistency."

Arsenal's Kai Havertz headed an 86th-minute winner to take his side top of the Premier League with a 2-1 home victory over Brentford on Saturday (Mar 9), while Manchester United fanned the embers of their top-four hopes with a 2-0 win against visiting Everton.

Arsenal's Kai Havertz headed an 86th-minute winner to take his side top of the Premier League with a 2-1 home victory over Brentford on Saturday (Mar 9), while Manchester United fanned the embers of their top-four hopes with a 2-0 win against visiting Everton. Arsenal have 64 points after 28 games, although either Liverpool or Manchester City can claim first place with a win in Sunday's blockbuster clash at Anfield. Second-placed Liverpool have 63 points, while City are third on 62. Luton Town salvaged a 1-1 draw at Crystal Palace with a late goal to boost their survival bid, Bournemouth came from two down to deny Sheffield United their fourth league win this season with a 2-2 draw and Wolverhampton Wanderers beat Fulham 2-1. Arsenal recorded an eighth league victory in a row and Havertz scored for the fourth consecutive game to make up for a calamitous error by stand-in goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale. Declan Rice's glancing header from a Ben White cross gave Arsenal the lead after 19 minutes before Yoane Wissa levelled just before halftime, with his sliding challenge sending Ramsdale's attempted clearance into the net. "These points were so important for us and you could see that in the second half," said Havertz. "We didn't play our best in the first half but it's even better to win it this way. Brentford remain in 15th place. United penalties Manchester United's Bruno Fernandes and Marcus Rashford fired in first-half penalties -- both created by sloppy Everton tackles on Alejandro Garnacho. Erik ten Hag's team remain sixth but with 47 points they crept closer to fourth-placed Aston Villa, who are on 55 with a game in hand at home to Tottenham Hotspur in fifth on Sunday. United were coming off successive league losses, to Fulham and Manchester City, that ended an unbeaten run of four wins. "It was important. We had one bad result against Fulham in this calendar year," Ten Hag said. "We had to put this right and keep the pressure on the teams above us. "There are many games to play. Now we are back. We will keep pressure on them and see what happens." Sean Dyche's Everton -- winless in 11 straight league games -- are 16th on 25 points, four points above the drop zone. Own goal Wolves beat Fulham thanks to a close-range strike by Rayan Ait-Nouri and a deflected own goal from a shot by fellow defender Nelson Semedo that was attributed to Tom Cairney. The result moved Wolves up to eighth in the league on 41 points and kept intact their more than four-decade unbeaten streak at home to the Londoners. Fulham are 12th on 35. Wolves' first goal came in the 52nd minute when Algerian international Ait-Nouri scooped the ball into the roof of the net after a cutback from a free kick. His Portuguese team mate Semedo secured the win 15 minutes later with a shot from just outside the area which hit Fulham midfielder Cairney on the way in for an own goal. "An unbelievable win. To find a way to beat a Fulham team that are in a really good moment," Wolves manager Gary O'Neil said. "Just delighted - 41 points, equalling last season’s tally already." Also read | Premier League: Arsenal hit Sheffield United for six to keep pace with leaders Liverpool, Man City Unlikely draw Crystal Palace struck against Luton in the 11th minute when Jean-Philippe Mateta back-heeled the ball into the net. But with Selhurst Park celebrating, Luton launched a late attack and Cauley Woodrow's goal in the 96th minute -- after late substitute Andros Townsend floated the ball into the area, stunned the home fans and gave the visitors an unlikely draw. "It's frustrating, gutting to concede like that at the end of the game when we could have had three points," Palace goalkeeper Sam Johnstone said. Palace remain 14th on 29 points with Luton still 18th on 21, three behind Nottingham Forest in the safety zone. Sheffield United looked set to earn three points when the clock struck 90 minutes at the Vitality Stadium but Bournemouth's Enes Unal equalised to pile even more pressure on the visitors' faint survival hopes. The draw was just enough to move United off the bottom of the table, up one spot to 19th on 14 points -- a point above Burnley, who visit West Ham United on Sunday. "We're off the bottom, we'll enjoy that," Blades manager Chris Wilder said. "I'm not jumping through hoops and no medals are being handed out for being off the bottom. We have to show the consistency."

Premier League: Arsenal overcome Brentford challenge to go top, United beat Everton

Brentford manager Thomas Frank was fuming after his side conceded a late winner against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday (Mar 9) during the Premier League encounter.&nbsp;

Frank said Kai Havertz should have been sent off earlier in the game before he scored an 86th-minute header to grant the Gunners a 2-1 win.&nbsp;

"I actually don't think Havertz should be on the pitch when he scored. It was a clear dive. Maybe it is difficult for the ref but the linesman should have seen it," said a fuming Frank in a post-match interview.&nbsp;

"[The players] were very angry because they felt they were hard done by with the penalty shout with Havertz. You can see the angles, it was clearly a dive. That was a second yellow and then it is 11 v 10," he added.&nbsp;

The Brentford boss hoped that the authorities would look into the matter and admit that they indeed made a mistake.&nbsp;

"I think that was a crucial moment in the game. I hope they admit they got something with them there, because last time there was a lot of complaint about a VAR situation marginally going our way. Hopefully they remember that when they talk after the game," he said. 
 
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<h2>Arsenal go top of the table</h2>

Playing in front of a capacity crowd, Arsenal started the game in characteristic manner, piling on the pressure on Brentford by pinning them back in their box. The sustained pressure resulted in summer signing Declan Rice heading one to the back of the net after Ben White lofted an inch-perfect ball from near the touchlines on the right side.&nbsp;

Just when it looked like Arsenal would go into halftime with the lead intact, goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale fluffed his lines, allowing Yoane Wissa to pull one back for his team.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Brentford started off the second half much better and nearly took the lead, courtesy of a stunning weak-foot 40-yard screamer from Ivan Toney which was tipped over by a scrambling Ramsdale. The Bees had several other half-chances but could not manage to convert them.&nbsp;

After the win, Arsenal managed to leapfrog both Liverpool and Manchester City to go top of the points table. However, the Gunners could be knocked off again, depending on the result when Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola spar for possibly the last time in the Premier League on Sunday (Mar 10).&nbsp;

(With inputs from agencies)

Brentford manager Thomas Frank was fuming after his side conceded a late winner against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday (Mar 9) during the Premier League encounter.

Brentford manager Thomas Frank was fuming after his side conceded a late winner against Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday (Mar 9) during the Premier League encounter. Frank said Kai Havertz should have been sent off earlier in the game before he scored an 86th-minute header to grant the Gunners a 2-1 win. "I actually don't think Havertz should be on the pitch when he scored. It was a clear dive. Maybe it is difficult for the ref but the linesman should have seen it," said a fuming Frank in a post-match interview. "[The players] were very angry because they felt they were hard done by with the penalty shout with Havertz. You can see the angles, it was clearly a dive. That was a second yellow and then it is 11 v 10," he added. The Brentford boss hoped that the authorities would look into the matter and admit that they indeed made a mistake. "I think that was a crucial moment in the game. I hope they admit they got something with them there, because last time there was a lot of complaint about a VAR situation marginally going our way. Hopefully they remember that when they talk after the game," he said. Also read | 'F*** off Mauricio': Chelsea fans boo manager Pochettino after Brentford draw Arsenal go top of the table Playing in front of a capacity crowd, Arsenal started the game in characteristic manner, piling on the pressure on Brentford by pinning them back in their box. The sustained pressure resulted in summer signing Declan Rice heading one to the back of the net after Ben White lofted an inch-perfect ball from near the touchlines on the right side. Just when it looked like Arsenal would go into halftime with the lead intact, goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale fluffed his lines, allowing Yoane Wissa to pull one back for his team. Brentford started off the second half much better and nearly took the lead, courtesy of a stunning weak-foot 40-yard screamer from Ivan Toney which was tipped over by a scrambling Ramsdale. The Bees had several other half-chances but could not manage to convert them. After the win, Arsenal managed to leapfrog both Liverpool and Manchester City to go top of the points table. However, the Gunners could be knocked off again, depending on the result when Jurgen Klopp and Pep Guardiola spar for possibly the last time in the Premier League on Sunday (Mar 10). (With inputs from agencies)

Fuming Brentford boss Thomas Frank says Kai Havertz should've been sent off before late-winner for Arsenal

Arsenal&nbsp;matched their biggest Premier League away win with a 6-0 pummelling of Sheffield United on Monday after scoring five times in the first half when they tore the home side apart and have closed within two points of leaders Liverpool.

Mikel Arteta's team are third with 61 points after 27 games, a point behind Manchester City but with a much better goal difference than their title rivals. The Blades remain rooted to the bottom on 13 points, 11 adrift of the safety zone.

The Gunners are the first Premier league team with seven wins in a row this season and appear to be gaining momentum at just the right time to keep the pressure on the top two.

"A great performance and a big result for us again with the amount of goals we scored and the clean sheet," said delighted&nbsp;Arsenal&nbsp;manager Mikel Arteta.

"The team shows signs of wanting more, very positive. The energy is really good at the moment. When you are winning everything is easier, we have to maintain momentum now."

Arsenal&nbsp;were ruthless as they sliced through United's defence with ease from the start. Captain Martin Odegaard opened the floodgates with his fifth-minute goal, firing home from the middle of the box after a cute cutback from Declan Rice.

There was more misery to come for United goalkeeper Ivo Grbic on a night that saw six different names on the scoresheet.

Jayden Bogle put through his own goal in the 13th before Gabriel Martinelli struck two minutes later, sending scores of weary United fans to the Bramall Lane exits, while Kai Havertz (25th minute), Rice (39), and Ben White (58) also netted.

"We won 6-0 today and recently we've won a lot, but the work we do without the ball from the front to the goalkeeper is really good and it's a pleasure to be a part of," said Odegaard.

EARLY FIREWORKS

Arsenal's early fireworks had the 9-0 Premier League scoring record looking in jeopardy, but Blades fans were spared more misery partly due to Arteta's substitutions including forward Bukayo Saka heading to the bench after an excellent 45 minutes.

Arsenal&nbsp;were denied a seventh goal thanks to an excellent save from Grbic who batted away a curling shot from substitute Gabriel Jesus that looked destined for the far corner.

They matched their best Premier League away win set in the 6-0 rout of West Ham United on Feb. 11 and record six-goal away victory margin in a 7-1 top flight win over Aston Villa in 1935.

The Gunners did make history on Monday though by becoming the first English side to win three consecutive away matches by a margin of five or more goals.

They also became only the second English team to score at least five goals in three successive top flight away matches after Burnley in September 1961.

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United have lost their last four games at Bramall Lane in all competitions having conceded 21 goals and scored two.

Coach Chris Wilder said it had been a painful season for his "damaged group of players. They've had to take some big hits.

"(Arsenal) cut us wide open, they are doing that to a lot of teams, I'm not saying that makes us feel better because that is another long night for this club.

"Saka took us to pieces down that (right) side, whatever you need to do you have to try and stem the tide, especially when they are in full flow.

"We didn't have an answer to anything they had. The result is what the result is and we have to live with it."

Arsenal matched their biggest Premier League away win with a 6-0 pummelling of Sheffield United on Monday after scoring five times in the first half when they tore the home side apart and have closed within two points of leaders Liverpool.

Arsenal matched their biggest Premier League away win with a 6-0 pummelling of Sheffield United on Monday after scoring five times in the first half when they tore the home side apart and have closed within two points of leaders Liverpool. Mikel Arteta's team are third with 61 points after 27 games, a point behind Manchester City but with a much better goal difference than their title rivals. The Blades remain rooted to the bottom on 13 points, 11 adrift of the safety zone. The Gunners are the first Premier league team with seven wins in a row this season and appear to be gaining momentum at just the right time to keep the pressure on the top two. "A great performance and a big result for us again with the amount of goals we scored and the clean sheet," said delighted Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta. "The team shows signs of wanting more, very positive. The energy is really good at the moment. When you are winning everything is easier, we have to maintain momentum now." Arsenal were ruthless as they sliced through United's defence with ease from the start. Captain Martin Odegaard opened the floodgates with his fifth-minute goal, firing home from the middle of the box after a cute cutback from Declan Rice. There was more misery to come for United goalkeeper Ivo Grbic on a night that saw six different names on the scoresheet. Jayden Bogle put through his own goal in the 13th before Gabriel Martinelli struck two minutes later, sending scores of weary United fans to the Bramall Lane exits, while Kai Havertz (25th minute), Rice (39), and Ben White (58) also netted. "We won 6-0 today and recently we've won a lot, but the work we do without the ball from the front to the goalkeeper is really good and it's a pleasure to be a part of," said Odegaard. EARLY FIREWORKS Arsenal's early fireworks had the 9-0 Premier League scoring record looking in jeopardy, but Blades fans were spared more misery partly due to Arteta's substitutions including forward Bukayo Saka heading to the bench after an excellent 45 minutes. Arsenal were denied a seventh goal thanks to an excellent save from Grbic who batted away a curling shot from substitute Gabriel Jesus that looked destined for the far corner. They matched their best Premier League away win set in the 6-0 rout of West Ham United on Feb. 11 and record six-goal away victory margin in a 7-1 top flight win over Aston Villa in 1935. The Gunners did make history on Monday though by becoming the first English side to win three consecutive away matches by a margin of five or more goals. They also became only the second English team to score at least five goals in three successive top flight away matches after Burnley in September 1961. ALSO READ | Watch | RCB’s Ellyse Perry shatters car window with mammoth SIX in WPL 2024 United have lost their last four games at Bramall Lane in all competitions having conceded 21 goals and scored two. Coach Chris Wilder said it had been a painful season for his "damaged group of players. They've had to take some big hits. "(Arsenal) cut us wide open, they are doing that to a lot of teams, I'm not saying that makes us feel better because that is another long night for this club. "Saka took us to pieces down that (right) side, whatever you need to do you have to try and stem the tide, especially when they are in full flow. "We didn't have an answer to anything they had. The result is what the result is and we have to live with it."

Premier League: Arsenal hit Sheffield United for six to keep pace with leaders Liverpool, Man City

Manchester City and Arsenal closed in on Premier League leaders Liverpool with contrasting victories on Saturday as Manchester United's bubble was burst by Fulham.

With Liverpool in League Cup final action on Sunday, the tightest of title races was squeezed further as City edged to a 1-0 victory at Bournemouth to cut the gap to one point.

Arsenal showed again they are a force to be reckoned with as they outclassed Newcastle United 4-1 -- taking their goal tally from the last three leagues games to 15.

Liverpool have 60 points with champions City on 59 and Arsenal on 58, all three teams having played 26 games.

It is the closest three-horse title race in the Premier League for 10 years when Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea's battle went to the wire.

The gap between the leading three to United was evident again as Fulham won at Old Trafford for the first time in more than 20 years after Alex Iwobi's stoppage-time goal earned them a surprise 2-1 victory.

United's first loss in six league games left them eight points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa, who bolstered their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League with a 4-2 home victory over struggling Nottingham Forest.

Crystal Palace gave new manager Oliver Glasner a dream start with a 3-0 win over 10-man Burnley to ease their relegation fears and push their opponents closer to the drop.

Everton were denied a vital victory in their survival battle as Lewis Dunk headed a stoppage-time equaliser to salvage a 1-1 draw for 10-man Brighton and Hove Albion.

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Phil Foden's ninth league goal of the season proved enough for champions City to overcome Bournemouth although it was not the usual slick display by Pep Guardiola's side.

Foden struck in the 21st minute as he coolly slotted in after Erling Haaland's shot had been saved by Neto.

"The players surprise me every time, the character, always competitive when they are tired," Guardiola said after his side's unbeaten league run stretched to 11.

"Winning 0-5 is not a reality. Hopefully we can have a week off soon to rest the legs."

While City showed the priceless ability to eke out victories when not at their usual levels, Arsenal were simply unstoppable as they bounced back impressively from defeat by Porto in the Champions League.

An own goal by Sven Botman and a simple Kai Havertz finish put Arsenal 2-0 up at the break before Bukayo Saka and Jakub Kiwior struck to wrap up the points before substitute Joe Willock scored a consolation for Newcastle.

As City eye a fourth successive league title, United's problems re-surfaced at Old Trafford to dilute the mood of optimism.

Manchester City and Arsenal closed in on Premier League leaders Liverpool with contrasting victories on Saturday as Manchester United's bubble was burst by Fulham.

Manchester City and Arsenal closed in on Premier League leaders Liverpool with contrasting victories on Saturday as Manchester United's bubble was burst by Fulham. With Liverpool in League Cup final action on Sunday, the tightest of title races was squeezed further as City edged to a 1-0 victory at Bournemouth to cut the gap to one point. Arsenal showed again they are a force to be reckoned with as they outclassed Newcastle United 4-1 -- taking their goal tally from the last three leagues games to 15. Liverpool have 60 points with champions City on 59 and Arsenal on 58, all three teams having played 26 games. It is the closest three-horse title race in the Premier League for 10 years when Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea's battle went to the wire. The gap between the leading three to United was evident again as Fulham won at Old Trafford for the first time in more than 20 years after Alex Iwobi's stoppage-time goal earned them a surprise 2-1 victory. United's first loss in six league games left them eight points behind fourth-placed Aston Villa, who bolstered their hopes of qualifying for the Champions League with a 4-2 home victory over struggling Nottingham Forest. Crystal Palace gave new manager Oliver Glasner a dream start with a 3-0 win over 10-man Burnley to ease their relegation fears and push their opponents closer to the drop. Everton were denied a vital victory in their survival battle as Lewis Dunk headed a stoppage-time equaliser to salvage a 1-1 draw for 10-man Brighton and Hove Albion. ALSO READ: Premier League: Fulham dent Man Utd's winning run, Villa hit Forest for four Phil Foden's ninth league goal of the season proved enough for champions City to overcome Bournemouth although it was not the usual slick display by Pep Guardiola's side. Foden struck in the 21st minute as he coolly slotted in after Erling Haaland's shot had been saved by Neto. "The players surprise me every time, the character, always competitive when they are tired," Guardiola said after his side's unbeaten league run stretched to 11. "Winning 0-5 is not a reality. Hopefully we can have a week off soon to rest the legs." While City showed the priceless ability to eke out victories when not at their usual levels, Arsenal were simply unstoppable as they bounced back impressively from defeat by Porto in the Champions League. An own goal by Sven Botman and a simple Kai Havertz finish put Arsenal 2-0 up at the break before Bukayo Saka and Jakub Kiwior struck to wrap up the points before substitute Joe Willock scored a consolation for Newcastle. As City eye a fourth successive league title, United's problems re-surfaced at Old Trafford to dilute the mood of optimism.

Manchester City, Arsenal close in gap with latest wins as Premier League title race gets tighter

Porto snatched a shock last-gasp 1-0 victory over Arsenal as Galeno netted a sublime effort deep in stoppage time in their Champions League last-16 tie on Wednesday. A drab clash was deadlocked until the fifth minute of added time when the Brazilian winger curled an unstoppable effort past David Raya to send the Estadio Do Dragao crowd wild.

Arsenal, who had scored 21 goals in their last five Premier League games, were strangely subdued in attack and failed to register an effort on target throughout a cagey contest. They defended solidly enough but may live to regret their lack of urgency as Galeno gave Porto the edge ahead of the second leg in London on March 12.

Arsenal are seeking to reach the quarter-finals for the first time since 2010 with their last seven Champions League campaigns all ending in the last 16. "We had to manage the game better when you can't win," Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said. "We lacked threat and aggression in the final third and we need to tweak a few things. We can do better. "If you want to be in the quarter-finals you have to beat your opponent and this is what we will have to do at the Emirates now."

Reassuringly for Arsenal, Porto have a terrible record away against English clubs and have never scored at Arsenal, conceding 11 in three visits. But the 30-time Portuguese champions will travel with hope. Arteta's side controlled possession throughout the game but apart from a couple of headers from William Saliba and Kai Havertz, both from corners, they never really looked like scoring.

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Porto grew in confidence and somehow failed to go ahead in the 21st minute after a slick counter-attack. Galeno thumped a powerful shot against the far post and when the ball came back to him at pace in a flash he placed the rebound agonisingly wide of the other post.

With the 40-year-old Pepe, the oldest player to appear in a Champions League knockout round game, showing his vast experience at the back, Porto comfortably dealt with Arsenal's attack and kept England forward Bukayo Saka quiet.

Porto occasionally threatened and had another chance shortly before the break when Evanilson drove a shot at Raya. The second half was even less exciting than the first with Arsenal struggling to gain any rhythm against their wily hosts.

But the best was saved to last as Galeno seized on a loose ball and advanced to the edge of the penalty area before looking up and bending a shot past Raya. "It was a kick in the teeth," Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice said. "We have to change our approach in the home leg and give it absolutely everything."

Porto snatched a shock last-gasp 1-0 victory over Arsenal as Galeno netted a sublime effort deep in stoppage time in their Champions League last-16 tie on Wednesday.

Porto snatched a shock last-gasp 1-0 victory over Arsenal as Galeno netted a sublime effort deep in stoppage time in their Champions League last-16 tie on Wednesday. A drab clash was deadlocked until the fifth minute of added time when the Brazilian winger curled an unstoppable effort past David Raya to send the Estadio Do Dragao crowd wild. Arsenal, who had scored 21 goals in their last five Premier League games, were strangely subdued in attack and failed to register an effort on target throughout a cagey contest. They defended solidly enough but may live to regret their lack of urgency as Galeno gave Porto the edge ahead of the second leg in London on March 12. Arsenal are seeking to reach the quarter-finals for the first time since 2010 with their last seven Champions League campaigns all ending in the last 16. "We had to manage the game better when you can't win," Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said. "We lacked threat and aggression in the final third and we need to tweak a few things. We can do better. "If you want to be in the quarter-finals you have to beat your opponent and this is what we will have to do at the Emirates now." Reassuringly for Arsenal, Porto have a terrible record away against English clubs and have never scored at Arsenal, conceding 11 in three visits. But the 30-time Portuguese champions will travel with hope. Arteta's side controlled possession throughout the game but apart from a couple of headers from William Saliba and Kai Havertz, both from corners, they never really looked like scoring. Also read: Football: Bundesliga investment deal called off amid fan protest Porto grew in confidence and somehow failed to go ahead in the 21st minute after a slick counter-attack. Galeno thumped a powerful shot against the far post and when the ball came back to him at pace in a flash he placed the rebound agonisingly wide of the other post. With the 40-year-old Pepe, the oldest player to appear in a Champions League knockout round game, showing his vast experience at the back, Porto comfortably dealt with Arsenal's attack and kept England forward Bukayo Saka quiet. Porto occasionally threatened and had another chance shortly before the break when Evanilson drove a shot at Raya. The second half was even less exciting than the first with Arsenal struggling to gain any rhythm against their wily hosts. But the best was saved to last as Galeno seized on a loose ball and advanced to the edge of the penalty area before looking up and bending a shot past Raya. "It was a kick in the teeth," Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice said. "We have to change our approach in the home leg and give it absolutely everything."

Galeno's late stunner gives Porto win over Arsenal in Champions League last-16 tie

Mohamed Salah returned with a goal as Premier League leaders Liverpool routed Brentford 4-1 despite a rash of injuries, while Arsenal demolished Burnley 5-0 to keep up the pressure in the title race on Saturday.

Salah came off the bench to replace the injured Diogo Jota in his first Liverpool appearance since their win over Newcastle on New Year's Day.

Having returned from the hamstring injury he sustained on Egypt duty at the Africa Cup of Nations, Salah made up for lost time with his first goal for the Reds since the Newcastle game.

The 31-year-old's 19th goal in all competitions this term put Liverpool on course for a sixth win in their last seven league games.

The much-maligned Darwin Nunez had given Jurgen Klopp's side the lead with a sublime chip late in the first half at the Gtech Community Stadium.

Alexis Mac Allister doubled Liverpool's advantage after the interval with just his second goal this season.

Ivan Toney got one back for Brentford, but Cody Gakpo netted in the closing stages.

While the victory was valuable for Klopp, it came with a downside as first half injuries to Nunez, Jota and Curtis Jones added to Liverpool's increasingly packed treatment room.

At Turf Moor, second placed Arsenal made it five consecutive wins to move within two points of Liverpool.

Mikel Arteta's side have beaten Liverpool and won 6-0 at West Ham in their most notable results since a revitalising warm-weather training camp in Dubai.

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And they were too hot for second bottom Burnley to handle from the fourth minute when Martin Odegaard drilled home from Gabriel Martinelli's pass.

Bukayo Saka netted with a 41st minute penalty awarded for Lorenz Assignon's foul on Leandro Trossard.

Saka struck again two minutes after half-time, rifling into the top corner from Odegaard's pass as the England winger made it six goals in his last four games.

<h2>Spurs rocked</h2>

Trossard got the fourth from close-range in the 66th minute and Kai Havertz converted Jakub Kiwior's pass with 12 minutes left.

Third placed Manchester City, who have two games in hand on Liverpool, will move level on points with Arsenal if they beat Chelsea in Saturday's late game.

Tottenham's top four bid suffered a blow as Joao Gomes struck twice in Wolves' surprise 2-1 win in north London.

Ange Postecoglou's team were beaten in the league for the first time in 2024, with Gomes heading in the opener after 42 minutes.

Dejan Kulusevski equalised immediately after the interval, but Brazilian midfielder Gomes won it for Wolves with a 63rd minute blast after an incisive break from the visitors.

Aston Villa took advantage of Tottenham's stumble to climb back into fourth place with a 2-1 win at Fulham.

Ollie Watkins scored either side of the break for Unai Emery's side and although Fulham got one back through Rodrigo Muniz, they were unable to force an equaliser.

Nottingham Forest beat 10-man West Ham 2-0 at the City Ground in a major boost to their survival hopes.

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Nuno Espirito Santo's side moved five points clear of the relegation zone thanks to Taiwo Awoniyi's goal five minutes into first half stoppage-time and Callum Hudson-Odoi's strike just before the final whistle.

West Ham midfielder Kalvin Phillips, on loan from Manchester City, was sent off in the 71st minute for two bookings in the space of four minutes.

Newcastle manager Eddie Howe avoided defeat against his former club Bournemouth in a 2-2 draw at St James' Park.

Dominic Solanke's 51st minute opener for Bournemouth was cancelled out by Anthony Gordon's penalty seven minutes later.

Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo fired into the bottom corner in the 69th minute, but Matt Ritchie equalised in stoppage-time.

Mohamed Salah returned with a goal as Premier League leaders Liverpool routed Brentford 4-1 despite a rash of injuries, while Arsenal demolished Burnley 5-0 to keep up the pressure in the title race on Saturday.

Mohamed Salah returned with a goal as Premier League leaders Liverpool routed Brentford 4-1 despite a rash of injuries, while Arsenal demolished Burnley 5-0 to keep up the pressure in the title race on Saturday. Salah came off the bench to replace the injured Diogo Jota in his first Liverpool appearance since their win over Newcastle on New Year's Day. Having returned from the hamstring injury he sustained on Egypt duty at the Africa Cup of Nations, Salah made up for lost time with his first goal for the Reds since the Newcastle game. The 31-year-old's 19th goal in all competitions this term put Liverpool on course for a sixth win in their last seven league games. The much-maligned Darwin Nunez had given Jurgen Klopp's side the lead with a sublime chip late in the first half at the Gtech Community Stadium. Alexis Mac Allister doubled Liverpool's advantage after the interval with just his second goal this season. Ivan Toney got one back for Brentford, but Cody Gakpo netted in the closing stages. While the victory was valuable for Klopp, it came with a downside as first half injuries to Nunez, Jota and Curtis Jones added to Liverpool's increasingly packed treatment room. At Turf Moor, second placed Arsenal made it five consecutive wins to move within two points of Liverpool. Mikel Arteta's side have beaten Liverpool and won 6-0 at West Ham in their most notable results since a revitalising warm-weather training camp in Dubai. × And they were too hot for second bottom Burnley to handle from the fourth minute when Martin Odegaard drilled home from Gabriel Martinelli's pass. Bukayo Saka netted with a 41st minute penalty awarded for Lorenz Assignon's foul on Leandro Trossard. Saka struck again two minutes after half-time, rifling into the top corner from Odegaard's pass as the England winger made it six goals in his last four games. Spurs rocked Trossard got the fourth from close-range in the 66th minute and Kai Havertz converted Jakub Kiwior's pass with 12 minutes left. Third placed Manchester City, who have two games in hand on Liverpool, will move level on points with Arsenal if they beat Chelsea in Saturday's late game. Tottenham's top four bid suffered a blow as Joao Gomes struck twice in Wolves' surprise 2-1 win in north London. Ange Postecoglou's team were beaten in the league for the first time in 2024, with Gomes heading in the opener after 42 minutes. Dejan Kulusevski equalised immediately after the interval, but Brazilian midfielder Gomes won it for Wolves with a 63rd minute blast after an incisive break from the visitors. Aston Villa took advantage of Tottenham's stumble to climb back into fourth place with a 2-1 win at Fulham. Ollie Watkins scored either side of the break for Unai Emery's side and although Fulham got one back through Rodrigo Muniz, they were unable to force an equaliser. Nottingham Forest beat 10-man West Ham 2-0 at the City Ground in a major boost to their survival hopes. ALSO READ | Rajkot Test, Day 3: India players wear black armband for THIS reason, Gavaskar says 'could've done it sooner' Nuno Espirito Santo's side moved five points clear of the relegation zone thanks to Taiwo Awoniyi's goal five minutes into first half stoppage-time and Callum Hudson-Odoi's strike just before the final whistle. West Ham midfielder Kalvin Phillips, on loan from Manchester City, was sent off in the 71st minute for two bookings in the space of four minutes. Newcastle manager Eddie Howe avoided defeat against his former club Bournemouth in a 2-2 draw at St James' Park. Dominic Solanke's 51st minute opener for Bournemouth was cancelled out by Anthony Gordon's penalty seven minutes later. Bournemouth's Antoine Semenyo fired into the bottom corner in the 69th minute, but Matt Ritchie equalised in stoppage-time.

Premier League: Mohamed Salah scores in Liverpool return as Arsenal keep pressure on leaders

Declan Rice scored on his return to West Ham as Arsenal smashed David Moyes' men 6-0 in a statement of intent in the Premier League title race on Sunday.

Bukayo Saka struck twice, while Leandro Trossard and centre-backs William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes were also on target in a ruthless display from Mikel Arteta's men as they set a new club record for a Premier League away win.

Victory takes the Gunners back to within two points of Premier League leaders Liverpool and behind Manchester City only on goals scored.

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The wheels of Arsenal's challenge for a first league title in 20 years appeared to be coming off when they lost at home to the Hammers amid a run of one win in seven games either side of the new year.

However, they have bounced back emphatically since a two-week winter break to lay down the gauntlet to perennial title challengers City and Liverpool at the top of the table.

West Ham had beaten the Gunners twice this season, also dumping them out of the League Cup in November.

But they were outclassed to up the scrutiny on Moyes, who is out of contract at the end of the season.

Arsenal's title challenge last season began to wobble when they blew a 2-0 lead at the London Stadium last season.

This time there was never any doubt of the outcome once Saliba headed home Rice's corner to open the floodgates on 32 minutes.

Saka missed a penalty in that draw last April, but made no mistake from the spot after he had been brought down by Alphonse Areola.

Rice led West Ham to Europa Conference League glory in his final game for the club before moving to north London for a fee in excess of £100 million.

The England international was given a clear demonstration of why he had to make the move to fulfil his ambition of more silverware as another wicked Rice delivery was nodded in by Gabriel.

Trossard piled on the West Ham pain in first-half stoppage time as he cut inside to fire brilliantly into the top corner.

That goal was the trigger for many of the home support to leave for the afternoon as the second half was played out in front of vast swathes of empty seats.

Moyes made two changes at half-time to try and stop the bleeding as Kalvin Phillips and former Arsenal defender Konstantinos Mavropanos were introduced.

By the visitors cut loose again with two goals in two minutes just after the hour mark.

Saka's first had been his 50th Arsenal goal and he cut inside to fire home in trademark fashion on his left foot.

Rice then rubbed salt in West Ham wounds with a stunning finish into the top corner from outside the box.

The 25-year-old refused to celebrate out of respect for his former teammates and supporters.

But after Arsenal were criticised by some members of the media for going overboard in their celebrations of a 3-1 win over Liverpool last weekend, there was even more for Arteta and his players to get excited about.

Declan Rice scored on his return to West Ham as Arsenal smashed David Moyes' men 6-0 in a statement of intent in the Premier League title race on Sunday. Bukayo Saka struck twice, while Leandro Trossard and centre-backs William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes were also on target in a ruthless display from Mikel Arteta's men as they set a new club record for a Premier League away win.

Declan Rice scored on his return to West Ham as Arsenal smashed David Moyes' men 6-0 in a statement of intent in the Premier League title race on Sunday. Bukayo Saka struck twice, while Leandro Trossard and centre-backs William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes were also on target in a ruthless display from Mikel Arteta's men as they set a new club record for a Premier League away win. Victory takes the Gunners back to within two points of Premier League leaders Liverpool and behind Manchester City only on goals scored. Also Read: Afghanistan, in stunning collapse, lose eight wickets for 10 runs as Sri Lanka seal series with win in 2nd ODI The wheels of Arsenal's challenge for a first league title in 20 years appeared to be coming off when they lost at home to the Hammers amid a run of one win in seven games either side of the new year. However, they have bounced back emphatically since a two-week winter break to lay down the gauntlet to perennial title challengers City and Liverpool at the top of the table. West Ham had beaten the Gunners twice this season, also dumping them out of the League Cup in November. But they were outclassed to up the scrutiny on Moyes, who is out of contract at the end of the season. Arsenal's title challenge last season began to wobble when they blew a 2-0 lead at the London Stadium last season. This time there was never any doubt of the outcome once Saliba headed home Rice's corner to open the floodgates on 32 minutes. Saka missed a penalty in that draw last April, but made no mistake from the spot after he had been brought down by Alphonse Areola. Rice led West Ham to Europa Conference League glory in his final game for the club before moving to north London for a fee in excess of £100 million. The England international was given a clear demonstration of why he had to make the move to fulfil his ambition of more silverware as another wicked Rice delivery was nodded in by Gabriel. Trossard piled on the West Ham pain in first-half stoppage time as he cut inside to fire brilliantly into the top corner. That goal was the trigger for many of the home support to leave for the afternoon as the second half was played out in front of vast swathes of empty seats. Moyes made two changes at half-time to try and stop the bleeding as Kalvin Phillips and former Arsenal defender Konstantinos Mavropanos were introduced. By the visitors cut loose again with two goals in two minutes just after the hour mark. Saka's first had been his 50th Arsenal goal and he cut inside to fire home in trademark fashion on his left foot. Rice then rubbed salt in West Ham wounds with a stunning finish into the top corner from outside the box. The 25-year-old refused to celebrate out of respect for his former teammates and supporters. But after Arsenal were criticised by some members of the media for going overboard in their celebrations of a 3-1 win over Liverpool last weekend, there was even more for Arteta and his players to get excited about.

Premier League: Arsenal move within touching distance of toppers Liverpool with 6-0 win over West Ham

Arsenal climbed up to second in the Premier League with a 2-1 win at Nottingham Forest as Aston Villa's unbeaten home record was ended by a 3-1 defeat to Newcastle on Tuesday.

Goals from Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka maintained the Gunners' title push at the City Ground ahead of their clash at home to leaders Liverpool on Sunday.

Arsenal's first away win since early December takes Mikel Arteta's men within two points of Liverpool, who are in action on Wednesday at home to Chelsea.

The visitors struggled to make their dominance of possession count until 25 minutes from time when Jesus' effort from a narrow angle sneaked between the legs of former Arsenal goalkeeper Matt Turner.

Saka then fired home his 10th goal of the season from Jesus' cross.

"Against this team at home I have seen a lot of teams that have suffered," said Arteta. "I am pleased with the performance and winning the game."

Substitute Taiwo Awoniyi set up a grandstand finish when he outmuscled William Saliba to slot home on 89 minutes.

But it was too little, too late for Forest who slip to within two points of the relegation zone and with the threat of a points deduction hanging over the club for breaching the Premier League's financial rules.

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<h2>Schar shines for Newcastle</h2>

Villa failed to join Arsenal on 46 points after losing at home in the league for the first time since February last year.

Unai Emery's men had won 16 of their 17 Premier League games at Villa Park since, but gave themselves a mountain to climb as Newcastle centre-back Fabian Schar scored twice from corners in the first half.

Newcastle had the second worst away record in the league before kick-off, but were cruising towards their first victory on the road since September when Alex Moreno turned into his own net under pressure from Jacob Murphy.

"It was mixed emotions for me because that team is an elite team. The mixed part is that we haven't seen that for a number of weeks," said Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, whose squad has been ravaged by injuries this season.

"We looked much like ourselves and we have players coming back."

Ollie Watkins reduced the arrears with his first goal for seven games and then had a second ruled out for offside.

But Villa are now looking over their shoulders in the race for a place in next season's Champions League as Tottenham can leapfrog them into fourth with victory over Brentford on Wednesday.

Newcastle climb up to seventh and within 11 points of Villa.

<h2>Luton thrash Brighton</h2>

Luton climbed out of the bottom three thanks to a stunning 4-0 win over Brighton as Elijah Adebayo scored a hat-trick.

Adebayo nodded in the opener after just 18 seconds and the Hatters were 2-0 up inside three minutes when Chiedozie Ogbene beat Jason Steele to a long pass over the top to walk the ball into an empty net.

Adebayo calmly slotted in at Steele's near post to make it 3-0 before the break and completed his hat-trick 11 minutes into the second half.

Everton drop into the relegation zone after failing to take their chances in a 0-0 draw at Fulham.

Crystal Palace eased fears they could be dragged into a battle for survival by twice coming from behind to beat bottom-of-the-table Sheffield United 3-2.

Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise were unsurprisingly the star men as the Eagles secured just a second win in 13 games.

Twice Olise teed up Eze for stunning finishes in the first half before Olise scored the winner after the break to life Palace up to 14th.

Ben Brereton Diaz and James McAtee were on target for the Blades, but they are now nine points adrift of safety.

Arsenal climbed up to second in the Premier League with a 2-1 win at Nottingham Forest as Aston Villa's unbeaten home record was ended by a 3-1 defeat to Newcastle on Tuesday.

Arsenal climbed up to second in the Premier League with a 2-1 win at Nottingham Forest as Aston Villa's unbeaten home record was ended by a 3-1 defeat to Newcastle on Tuesday. Goals from Gabriel Jesus and Bukayo Saka maintained the Gunners' title push at the City Ground ahead of their clash at home to leaders Liverpool on Sunday. Arsenal's first away win since early December takes Mikel Arteta's men within two points of Liverpool, who are in action on Wednesday at home to Chelsea. The visitors struggled to make their dominance of possession count until 25 minutes from time when Jesus' effort from a narrow angle sneaked between the legs of former Arsenal goalkeeper Matt Turner. Saka then fired home his 10th goal of the season from Jesus' cross. "Against this team at home I have seen a lot of teams that have suffered," said Arteta. "I am pleased with the performance and winning the game." Substitute Taiwo Awoniyi set up a grandstand finish when he outmuscled William Saliba to slot home on 89 minutes. But it was too little, too late for Forest who slip to within two points of the relegation zone and with the threat of a points deduction hanging over the club for breaching the Premier League's financial rules. ALSO READ | Explained | The curious case of now suspended Russian figure skater Kamila Valieva Schar shines for Newcastle Villa failed to join Arsenal on 46 points after losing at home in the league for the first time since February last year. Unai Emery's men had won 16 of their 17 Premier League games at Villa Park since, but gave themselves a mountain to climb as Newcastle centre-back Fabian Schar scored twice from corners in the first half. Newcastle had the second worst away record in the league before kick-off, but were cruising towards their first victory on the road since September when Alex Moreno turned into his own net under pressure from Jacob Murphy. "It was mixed emotions for me because that team is an elite team. The mixed part is that we haven't seen that for a number of weeks," said Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, whose squad has been ravaged by injuries this season. "We looked much like ourselves and we have players coming back." Ollie Watkins reduced the arrears with his first goal for seven games and then had a second ruled out for offside. But Villa are now looking over their shoulders in the race for a place in next season's Champions League as Tottenham can leapfrog them into fourth with victory over Brentford on Wednesday. Newcastle climb up to seventh and within 11 points of Villa. Luton thrash Brighton Luton climbed out of the bottom three thanks to a stunning 4-0 win over Brighton as Elijah Adebayo scored a hat-trick. Adebayo nodded in the opener after just 18 seconds and the Hatters were 2-0 up inside three minutes when Chiedozie Ogbene beat Jason Steele to a long pass over the top to walk the ball into an empty net. Adebayo calmly slotted in at Steele's near post to make it 3-0 before the break and completed his hat-trick 11 minutes into the second half. Everton drop into the relegation zone after failing to take their chances in a 0-0 draw at Fulham. Crystal Palace eased fears they could be dragged into a battle for survival by twice coming from behind to beat bottom-of-the-table Sheffield United 3-2. Eberechi Eze and Michael Olise were unsurprisingly the star men as the Eagles secured just a second win in 13 games. Twice Olise teed up Eze for stunning finishes in the first half before Olise scored the winner after the break to life Palace up to 14th. Ben Brereton Diaz and James McAtee were on target for the Blades, but they are now nine points adrift of safety.

Premier League: Arsenal up to second in after Forest win, Newcastle end Villa's unbeaten home streak

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said on Monday he was upset about reports that he would leave to take over at Barcelona, whose coach Xavi plans to quit at the end of the season. The Barca links emerged on Sunday a day after Xavi announced he would be stepping down, saying the club needed a change.

"What you read yesterday ... it's totally untrue. I'm really upset about it," Arteta told reporters on the eve of Tuesday's Premier League game at Nottingham Forest. "I could not believe (it). I don't know where it's coming from. It's got no source, it's got nothing. And I think we have to be very cautious when you talk about personal things. "There is a lot to do (at Arsenal) and we all share that ambition. We want more, we aren't satisfied and the club wants another push to go to another level. We have everyone on board to achieve it," he added.

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Arteta also said he hoped to have midfielder Declan Rice and defender Gabriel Magalhaes back in the squad. Both players left the field with injuries during Saturday's 5-0 home win over Crystal Palace, with Gabriel scoring twice. "We had some issues at the end of the last game so we will assess those players," he said. "Rice is one of those players. He has done some work but he has missed some work as well. Hopefully he will be ok. Gabriel is another one."

Arsenal, who were top in December, have slipped to third on 43 points, five behind leaders Liverpool. Forest, who have won two of their last three league matches, are in 16th place.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said on Monday he was upset about reports that he would leave to take over at Barcelona, whose coach Xavi plans to quit at the end of the season.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said on Monday he was upset about reports that he would leave to take over at Barcelona, whose coach Xavi plans to quit at the end of the season. The Barca links emerged on Sunday a day after Xavi announced he would be stepping down, saying the club needed a change. "What you read yesterday ... it's totally untrue. I'm really upset about it," Arteta told reporters on the eve of Tuesday's Premier League game at Nottingham Forest. "I could not believe (it). I don't know where it's coming from. It's got no source, it's got nothing. And I think we have to be very cautious when you talk about personal things. "There is a lot to do (at Arsenal) and we all share that ambition. We want more, we aren't satisfied and the club wants another push to go to another level. We have everyone on board to achieve it," he added. Also read: Jordan score twice at the death to storm into Asian Cup quarterfinals Arteta also said he hoped to have midfielder Declan Rice and defender Gabriel Magalhaes back in the squad. Both players left the field with injuries during Saturday's 5-0 home win over Crystal Palace, with Gabriel scoring twice. "We had some issues at the end of the last game so we will assess those players," he said. "Rice is one of those players. He has done some work but he has missed some work as well. Hopefully he will be ok. Gabriel is another one." Arsenal, who were top in December, have slipped to third on 43 points, five behind leaders Liverpool. Forest, who have won two of their last three league matches, are in 16th place.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta upset about reports linking him with Barcelona

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