Manchester City are back in the title race after they beat Arsenal 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday (April 19). In what was a crunch title deciding contest, goals from Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland were enough for the Citizens to set up a tense final few weeks in the season. The result means that only three points separate Arsenal (70 points from 33 matches) and Man City (67 points from 32 matches.<h2>Man City close the gap</h2>A defeat to City in the League Cup final last month has sparked a run of one win in six games across all competitions for Mikel Arteta's men, including four consecutive defeats in domestic competitions. Victory over relegation-bound Burnley on Wednesday will take City to the top for the first time this year. After finishing second for the past three seasons, Arsenal are at risk of seeing another huge chance to end their long wait to be champions of England slip away.&nbsp;But they will also rue their luck after twice hitting the post, either side of Haaland's winner in the second half. After Rayan Cherki's stunning solo effort opened the scoring, City gifted the visitors a route back into the game when Kai Havertz charged down Gianluigi Donnarumma's attempted clearance to equalise. But the difference in quality up front proved the difference.&nbsp;Haaland pounced to sweep in his 34th goal of the season 25 minutes from time before Havertz headed over a glorious chance deep into stoppage time. Guardiola's men looked to prey on Arsenal's anxiety in a blistering start. Cherki's deflected shot then came back off the post and City's claims for a penalty against Gabriel Magalhaes for handball were ignored.&nbsp;The visitors were just starting to gain a foothold when a moment of magic from Cherki prised open the Gunners' notoriously mean defence. The French international danced through challenges from Gabriel and Declan Rice before coolly slotting in the bottom corner. However, Arsenal were handed an immediate lifeline thanks to Donnarumma's disaster.&nbsp;The giant Italian was the scourge of Arteta's men during Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League semi-final run last season. But he handed them a gift as he dallied and allowed Havertz to charge down his attempted clearance into the top corner. The nature of the equaliser knocked City off their stride and it took until Guardiola's half-time team talk for the hosts to regain control.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-rohit-sharma-to-sanju-samson-5-highest-individual-score-in-a-lost-chase-in-ipl-yusuf-pathan-kl-rahul-shaun-marsh-ipl-2026-1774084136030">From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL</a>&nbsp;Haaland should have scored when he hit the post after Arsenal failed to clear a corner. But then came two moments that will haunt Arsenal if they fail to end their long wait to win the title. Donnarumma redeemed himself with a massive save when one-on-one with Havertz before Martin Odegaard's follow-up effort was hooked off the line by Matheus Nunes.&nbsp;Moments later, Eberechi Eze hit the inside of the post and saw the ball roll agonisingly along the line rather than into Donnarumma's net. City pounced on their moment of fortune to retake the lead. Haaland outmuscled Gabriel to meet Nico O'Reilly's cross and hooked past David Raya.&nbsp;Arsenal were denied by the woodwork once more when Gabriel's header deflected off O'Reilly onto the post and Havertz failed to turn in the rebound. Gabriel was then lucky to stay on the field after an attempted headbutt on Haaland, which received only a yellow card.&nbsp;ALSO READ | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/photos/from-cameron-green-to-liam-livingstone-5-most-expensive-players-in-ipl-2026-auctions-matheesha-pathirana-kartik-sharma-prashant-veer-1774031148132">From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions</a>&nbsp;But they had the chance to level when Havertz connected sweetly with Leandro Trossard's cross, but could not keep his header down. Arteta fell to the ground in disbelief, but now has the job of trying to raise his players for their final five games of the campaign.Arsenal have, on paper, the kinder run-in, but appear to have run out of steam when it matters once more.

In what was a crunch title deciding contest, goals from Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland were enough for the Citizens to set up a tense final few weeks in the season. The result means that only three points separate Arsenal (70 points from 33 matches) and Man City (67 points from 32 matches.

Manchester City are back in the title race after they beat Arsenal 2-1 at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday (April 19). In what was a crunch title deciding contest, goals from Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland were enough for the Citizens to set up a tense final few weeks in the season. The result means that only three points separate Arsenal (70 points from 33 matches) and Man City (67 points from 32 matches. Man City close the gap A defeat to City in the League Cup final last month has sparked a run of one win in six games across all competitions for Mikel Arteta's men, including four consecutive defeats in domestic competitions. Victory over relegation-bound Burnley on Wednesday will take City to the top for the first time this year. After finishing second for the past three seasons, Arsenal are at risk of seeing another huge chance to end their long wait to be champions of England slip away. But they will also rue their luck after twice hitting the post, either side of Haaland's winner in the second half. After Rayan Cherki's stunning solo effort opened the scoring, City gifted the visitors a route back into the game when Kai Havertz charged down Gianluigi Donnarumma's attempted clearance to equalise. But the difference in quality up front proved the difference. Haaland pounced to sweep in his 34th goal of the season 25 minutes from time before Havertz headed over a glorious chance deep into stoppage time. Guardiola's men looked to prey on Arsenal's anxiety in a blistering start. Cherki's deflected shot then came back off the post and City's claims for a penalty against Gabriel Magalhaes for handball were ignored. The visitors were just starting to gain a foothold when a moment of magic from Cherki prised open the Gunners' notoriously mean defence. The French international danced through challenges from Gabriel and Declan Rice before coolly slotting in the bottom corner. However, Arsenal were handed an immediate lifeline thanks to Donnarumma's disaster. The giant Italian was the scourge of Arteta's men during Paris Saint-Germain's Champions League semi-final run last season. But he handed them a gift as he dallied and allowed Havertz to charge down his attempted clearance into the top corner. The nature of the equaliser knocked City off their stride and it took until Guardiola's half-time team talk for the hosts to regain control. ALSO READ | From Rohit Sharma to Sanju Samson, 5 highest individual scores in a lost chase in IPL Haaland should have scored when he hit the post after Arsenal failed to clear a corner. But then came two moments that will haunt Arsenal if they fail to end their long wait to win the title. Donnarumma redeemed himself with a massive save when one-on-one with Havertz before Martin Odegaard's follow-up effort was hooked off the line by Matheus Nunes. Moments later, Eberechi Eze hit the inside of the post and saw the ball roll agonisingly along the line rather than into Donnarumma's net. City pounced on their moment of fortune to retake the lead. Haaland outmuscled Gabriel to meet Nico O'Reilly's cross and hooked past David Raya. Arsenal were denied by the woodwork once more when Gabriel's header deflected off O'Reilly onto the post and Havertz failed to turn in the rebound. Gabriel was then lucky to stay on the field after an attempted headbutt on Haaland, which received only a yellow card. ALSO READ | From Cameron Green to Liam Livingstone, 5 most expensive players in IPL 2026 auctions But they had the chance to level when Havertz connected sweetly with Leandro Trossard's cross, but could not keep his header down. Arteta fell to the ground in disbelief, but now has the job of trying to raise his players for their final five games of the campaign. Arsenal have, on paper, the kinder run-in, but appear to have run out of steam when it matters once more.

In what was a crunch title deciding contest, goals from Rayan Cherki and Erling Haaland were enough for the Citizens to set up a tense final few weeks in the season. The result means that only three points separate Arsenal (70 points from 33 matches) and Man City (67 points from 32 matches.

Premier League title race set for grandstand finish as Man City beat Arsenal in crunch contest

Manchester City could take&nbsp;yet&nbsp;another giant step towards the Premier League title over the weekend as they face Fulham. The defending champions will look to become the first team in the history of English football to be crowned champions for four consecutive seasons. But Arsenal&nbsp;sitting&nbsp;top&nbsp;of the Premier League standings and with&nbsp;a tight margin for error, when&nbsp;could Man City be crowned the champions of England at the earliest?&nbsp;

<h2>When could City become champions?</h2>

As things stand, City can win the Premier League title with three wins in the three remaining matches of the season, which would&nbsp;therefore&nbsp;see&nbsp;them become champions on the&nbsp;final day of the season.&nbsp;However, they could be champions as early as Tuesday (May 14) evening if results go their way. Currently on 82 points, City could attain 88 points by Tuesday evening if they beat both Fulham and Spurs in their next two matches.&nbsp;

A defeat for Arsenal against Manchester United at Old Trafford could see them reach only a maximum of 86 points before the final weekend. Therefore, City will be crowned champions on Tuesday if they win both their next two matches and Arsenal lose at Old Trafford.

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Even a draw for Arsenal against United will see City crowned champions on Tuesday if they beat Ange Postecoglou’s side.

However, Pep Guardiola’s side won’t be crowned champions on the weekend in any&nbsp;set of&nbsp;results.&nbsp;

<h2>What happens if both&nbsp;City,&nbsp;Arsenal end with the same points?</h2>

In case&nbsp;both Man City and Arsenal end with the same points, then the Premier League title will be decided on goal difference (GD). As things stand, Arsenal have a superior goal difference of +60&nbsp;while&nbsp;Man City have +54. Much will depend on how many goals City and Arsenal score to win their matches in the remainder of the season. Interestingly, Man City remain the only team in the history of the Premier League to win the title on GD&nbsp;having&nbsp; done&nbsp;so&nbsp;in the 2011-12 season when they finished level with Man United on 89 points each.&nbsp;

Manchester City could take yet another giant step towards the Premier League title over the weekend as they face Fulham. The defending champions will look to become the first team in the history of English football to be crowned champions for four consecutive seasons.

Manchester City could take yet another giant step towards the Premier League title over the weekend as they face Fulham. The defending champions will look to become the first team in the history of English football to be crowned champions for four consecutive seasons. But Arsenal sitting top of the Premier League standings and with a tight margin for error, when could Man City be crowned the champions of England at the earliest? When could City become champions? As things stand, City can win the Premier League title with three wins in the three remaining matches of the season, which would therefore see them become champions on the final day of the season. However, they could be champions as early as Tuesday (May 14) evening if results go their way. Currently on 82 points, City could attain 88 points by Tuesday evening if they beat both Fulham and Spurs in their next two matches. A defeat for Arsenal against Manchester United at Old Trafford could see them reach only a maximum of 86 points before the final weekend. Therefore, City will be crowned champions on Tuesday if they win both their next two matches and Arsenal lose at Old Trafford. ALSO READ | IPL 2024: Fan touches MS Dhoni’s feet during GT tie as Mahi continues merry run with late sixes – WATCH Even a draw for Arsenal against United will see City crowned champions on Tuesday if they beat Ange Postecoglou’s side. However, Pep Guardiola’s side won’t be crowned champions on the weekend in any set of results. What happens if both City, Arsenal end with the same points? In case both Man City and Arsenal end with the same points, then the Premier League title will be decided on goal difference (GD). As things stand, Arsenal have a superior goal difference of +60 while Man City have +54. Much will depend on how many goals City and Arsenal score to win their matches in the remainder of the season. Interestingly, Man City remain the only team in the history of the Premier League to win the title on GD having done so in the 2011-12 season when they finished level with Man United on 89 points each.

When could Man City win Premier League title at earliest? Here are all details

Manchester City remain 10 points clear at the top of the Premier League as Raheem Sterling's early header was enough to beat Arsenal 1-0 on Sunday, while Jose Mourinho's Tottenham suffered another damaging defeat at fourth-placed West Ham.

Manchester United and Leicester are City's closest challengers as United saw off Newcastle 3-1 at Old Trafford and Leicester won 2-1 away to Aston Villa.

An 18th consecutive win in all competitions edged City ever closer to a third league title in four years, even if Pep Guardiola's men did not hit the heights they have in recent weeks at the Emirates.

Sterling could have scored three times inside the first five minutes, but his soaring leap to nod home Riyad Mahrez's cross secured all three points as City kept a 10th clean sheet in their last 13 league games.

"The people think it looks easy. This is so difficult," said Guardiola.

"I didn't expect this consistency in the past month. Winning in this period these games 1-0 is what we need."

Arsenal remain in 10th with their best chance of a return to the Champions League next season dependent on success in the Europa League.

Tottenham are just two points better off than their north London rivals in ninth, nine points off the top four after a fifth defeat in their last six league games.

Mourinho's men were undone by a slow start to each half at the London Stadium and lost 2-1.

Michail Antonio opened the scoring after just five minutes before the rejuvenated Jesse Lingard smashed home the third goal of his loan spell from Manchester United two minutes into the second half.

"The results are the consequences of multiple situations in football. Mine and my coaching staff methods are second to nobody in the world," said a defiant Mourinho.

"Our potential is higher than where we are so there is frustration."

Tottenham rallied after Lucas Moura's powerful header pulled a goal back as the impressive Gareth Bale and Son Heung-min hit the woodwork late on.

But West Ham held on to bolster their unexpected challenge for Champions League football by moving two points ahead of fifth-placed Chelsea.

"We are enjoying it but are also not going to be daft," said Hammers boss David Moyes, who enjoyed his first win over Mourinho in 16 attempts. "We will keep calm and hopefully keep pushing the teams at the top."

<h2>- Man Utd see off Newcastle -</h2>

Manchester United opened up six-point cushion over Chelsea as they deepened Newcastle's fears of being dragged into the bottom three.

Marcus Rashford's thunderous near post strike opened the scoring, but was quickly cancelled out by Allan Saint-Maximin in a spirited first-half performance by the visitors.

However, Daniel James's powerful drive restored United's lead before Bruno Fernandes stroked home a penalty for his 22nd goal of the season.

Victory keeps Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men ahead of Leicester on goal difference.

The Foxes are determined not to make the same mistakes of last season when they let a huge lead over Manchester United and Chelsea slip away and missed out on Champions League football on the final day of the campaign.

"Maybe a little bit of excitement gathered last season," said Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers.&nbsp;

"This season everything is much calmer, knowing that you've got to keep going and you can't get excited too early."

James Maddison and Harvey Barnes struck inside the first 23 minutes as Leicester punished a Villa side badly missing the presence of injured captain Jack Grealish.

Villa were handed a lifeline three minutes into the second half when Bertrand Traore swept home Matt Targett's cross, but lacked the creative spark for which they rely on Grealish to find an equaliser.

Manchester City remain 10 points clear at the top of the Premier League as Raheem Sterling's early header was enough to beat Arsenal 1-0 on Sunday, while Jose Mourinho's Tottenham suffered another damaging defeat at fourth-placed West Ham.

Manchester City remain 10 points clear at the top of the Premier League as Raheem Sterling's early header was enough to beat Arsenal 1-0 on Sunday, while Jose Mourinho's Tottenham suffered another damaging defeat at fourth-placed West Ham. Manchester United and Leicester are City's closest challengers as United saw off Newcastle 3-1 at Old Trafford and Leicester won 2-1 away to Aston Villa. An 18th consecutive win in all competitions edged City ever closer to a third league title in four years, even if Pep Guardiola's men did not hit the heights they have in recent weeks at the Emirates. Sterling could have scored three times inside the first five minutes, but his soaring leap to nod home Riyad Mahrez's cross secured all three points as City kept a 10th clean sheet in their last 13 league games. "The people think it looks easy. This is so difficult," said Guardiola. "I didn't expect this consistency in the past month. Winning in this period these games 1-0 is what we need." Arsenal remain in 10th with their best chance of a return to the Champions League next season dependent on success in the Europa League. Tottenham are just two points better off than their north London rivals in ninth, nine points off the top four after a fifth defeat in their last six league games. Mourinho's men were undone by a slow start to each half at the London Stadium and lost 2-1. Michail Antonio opened the scoring after just five minutes before the rejuvenated Jesse Lingard smashed home the third goal of his loan spell from Manchester United two minutes into the second half. "The results are the consequences of multiple situations in football. Mine and my coaching staff methods are second to nobody in the world," said a defiant Mourinho. "Our potential is higher than where we are so there is frustration." Tottenham rallied after Lucas Moura's powerful header pulled a goal back as the impressive Gareth Bale and Son Heung-min hit the woodwork late on. But West Ham held on to bolster their unexpected challenge for Champions League football by moving two points ahead of fifth-placed Chelsea. "We are enjoying it but are also not going to be daft," said Hammers boss David Moyes, who enjoyed his first win over Mourinho in 16 attempts. "We will keep calm and hopefully keep pushing the teams at the top." - Man Utd see off Newcastle - Manchester United opened up six-point cushion over Chelsea as they deepened Newcastle's fears of being dragged into the bottom three. Marcus Rashford's thunderous near post strike opened the scoring, but was quickly cancelled out by Allan Saint-Maximin in a spirited first-half performance by the visitors. However, Daniel James's powerful drive restored United's lead before Bruno Fernandes stroked home a penalty for his 22nd goal of the season. Victory keeps Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's men ahead of Leicester on goal difference. The Foxes are determined not to make the same mistakes of last season when they let a huge lead over Manchester United and Chelsea slip away and missed out on Champions League football on the final day of the campaign. "Maybe a little bit of excitement gathered last season," said Leicester boss Brendan Rodgers. "This season everything is much calmer, knowing that you've got to keep going and you can't get excited too early." James Maddison and Harvey Barnes struck inside the first 23 minutes as Leicester punished a Villa side badly missing the presence of injured captain Jack Grealish. Villa were handed a lifeline three minutes into the second half when Bertrand Traore swept home Matt Targett's cross, but lacked the creative spark for which they rely on Grealish to find an equaliser.

Man City march on towards title, West Ham inflict more pain on Tottenham

Manchester City increased the pressure on Mikel Arteta as the League Cup holders powered into the semi-finals with a 4-1 demolition of troubled Arsenal on Tuesday.

City ensured it will be a miserable Christmas for beleaguered Arsenal boss Arteta by condemning his side to a fourth defeat in their last six games in all competitions.

Gabriel Jesus took just three minutes to put City ahead at the Emirates Stadium and although Alexandre Lacazette equalised, it was another night of torture for Arteta.

Arsenal's reserve keeper Alex Runarsson was made a horrendous mistake when he allowed Riyad Mahrez's free-kick to squirm into the net.

Phil Foden and Aymeric Laporte piled on the pain for Arsenal with further goals to seal the rout.

"It's a hard one to take considering how the game went. This level of opponent, when you give the goals away it makes the game impossible," Arteta said.

"A lot of strange things are happening in every game and that makes things really difficult.

"Runarsson has not played a lot of games for us. We all make mistakes and have to support him."

Languishing 15th in the Premier League after losing five of their last seven games -- their worst start to a season since 1974-75 -- Arsenal are in crisis.

Amid talk of dressing room unrest, Arteta, who worked as Pep Guardiola's City assistant before joining Arsenal 12 months ago, will be in danger of the sack if Arsenal's wretched run continues into the new year.

"We have to turn it around. If we don't, we are in big trouble. So that is the moment which is going to decide our season," Arteta said.

"On the basis of what we have shown tonight against difficult opponents, I have fighters in my team."

Guardiola defended Arteta, saying: "He is an incredible manager. I know his proposals and what he will do.

"Not even a little run of bad results is going to change my opinion."

Arteta made eight changes from Saturday's defeat at Everton, yet City made seven switches of their own and still went ahead in the blink of an eye.

Jesus, without a goal in his previous seven games, started the move wide on the left when he fed Foden and made an astute run into the six-yard box.

Oleksandr Zinchenko's cross reached Jesus and, aided by Runarsson's missed punch, the Brazilian netted with a clinical header at the near post while the Gunners' defence stood and watched.

Arsenal equalised against the run of play in the 31st minute as Gabriel Martinelli's cross from the byline found Lacazette, who threw himself forward to guide his header into the roof of the net.

City were gifted the lead again in the 54th minute when Runarsson made a complete hash of dealing with Mahrez's free-kick, the Iceland international allowing a shot that was straight at him to slip through his gloves like a bar of soap.

<h2>- Knockout blow -</h2>

With no VAR in the League Cup, Foden's run from a slightly offside position went unchecked and he delivered the knockout blow with a cool flick over Runarsson.

Foden turned provider in the 73rd minute with a teasing cross that was headed in by Laporte.

City trail eight points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool, but they are unbeaten in their last nine games in all competitions -- conceding just two goals in that period.

Guardiola's men have won the League Cup for the last three seasons and are bidding to become the first team to win it four years in a row since Liverpool from 1981 to 1984.

Brentford, fourth in the Championship,enjoyed a shock 1-0 win against Premier League side Newcastle thanks to Josh Dasilva's 66th minute goal in west London.

Thomas Frank's team had already knocked out West Bromwich Albion, Southampton and Fulham en route to the quarter-finals.&nbsp;

Their fourth Premier League scalp took them into their first ever major domestic cup semi-final.

"I'm bitterly disappointed and very frustrated at this minute," Newcastle manager Steve Bruce said.

Manchester City increased the pressure on Mikel Arteta as the League Cup holders powered into the semi-finals with a 4-1 demolition of troubled Arsenal on Tuesday.

Manchester City increased the pressure on Mikel Arteta as the League Cup holders powered into the semi-finals with a 4-1 demolition of troubled Arsenal on Tuesday. City ensured it will be a miserable Christmas for beleaguered Arsenal boss Arteta by condemning his side to a fourth defeat in their last six games in all competitions. Gabriel Jesus took just three minutes to put City ahead at the Emirates Stadium and although Alexandre Lacazette equalised, it was another night of torture for Arteta. Arsenal's reserve keeper Alex Runarsson was made a horrendous mistake when he allowed Riyad Mahrez's free-kick to squirm into the net. Phil Foden and Aymeric Laporte piled on the pain for Arsenal with further goals to seal the rout. "It's a hard one to take considering how the game went. This level of opponent, when you give the goals away it makes the game impossible," Arteta said. "A lot of strange things are happening in every game and that makes things really difficult. "Runarsson has not played a lot of games for us. We all make mistakes and have to support him." Languishing 15th in the Premier League after losing five of their last seven games -- their worst start to a season since 1974-75 -- Arsenal are in crisis. Amid talk of dressing room unrest, Arteta, who worked as Pep Guardiola's City assistant before joining Arsenal 12 months ago, will be in danger of the sack if Arsenal's wretched run continues into the new year. "We have to turn it around. If we don't, we are in big trouble. So that is the moment which is going to decide our season," Arteta said. "On the basis of what we have shown tonight against difficult opponents, I have fighters in my team." Guardiola defended Arteta, saying: "He is an incredible manager. I know his proposals and what he will do. "Not even a little run of bad results is going to change my opinion." Arteta made eight changes from Saturday's defeat at Everton, yet City made seven switches of their own and still went ahead in the blink of an eye. Jesus, without a goal in his previous seven games, started the move wide on the left when he fed Foden and made an astute run into the six-yard box. Oleksandr Zinchenko's cross reached Jesus and, aided by Runarsson's missed punch, the Brazilian netted with a clinical header at the near post while the Gunners' defence stood and watched. Arsenal equalised against the run of play in the 31st minute as Gabriel Martinelli's cross from the byline found Lacazette, who threw himself forward to guide his header into the roof of the net. City were gifted the lead again in the 54th minute when Runarsson made a complete hash of dealing with Mahrez's free-kick, the Iceland international allowing a shot that was straight at him to slip through his gloves like a bar of soap. - Knockout blow - With no VAR in the League Cup, Foden's run from a slightly offside position went unchecked and he delivered the knockout blow with a cool flick over Runarsson. Foden turned provider in the 73rd minute with a teasing cross that was headed in by Laporte. City trail eight points behind Premier League leaders Liverpool, but they are unbeaten in their last nine games in all competitions -- conceding just two goals in that period. Guardiola's men have won the League Cup for the last three seasons and are bidding to become the first team to win it four years in a row since Liverpool from 1981 to 1984. Brentford, fourth in the Championship,enjoyed a shock 1-0 win against Premier League side Newcastle thanks to Josh Dasilva's 66th minute goal in west London. Thomas Frank's team had already knocked out West Bromwich Albion, Southampton and Fulham en route to the quarter-finals. Their fourth Premier League scalp took them into their first ever major domestic cup semi-final. "I'm bitterly disappointed and very frustrated at this minute," Newcastle manager Steve Bruce said.

Arteta's problems mount as Man City reach League Cup semis at Arsenal's expense

Manchester City forward Sergio Aguero on Saturday came into the spotlight not due to his goal-scoring prowess but for his behavior on the field as he was heavily criticized on social media for putting his arm on the shoulder of female assistant referee Sian Massey-Ellis during Man City’s 1-0 win over Arsenal.

Aguero argued with Massey on the sidelines over a throw-in call which went against him early in the second of the Premier League encounter at the Etihad Stadium. After disputing the throw-in call, Aguero briefly put his arm around the female assistant referee’s shoulder as she began to walk away.

While it was Aguero’s first match since June after the knee surgery, the Argentine found himself as the focal topic on social media with his former team-mate Micah Richards saying on Sky Sports that Aguero should “know better”. Many bashed Aguero while some defended him saying that it is the nature of the game and the Argentine didn't have any ill-intention behind it.

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We have not heard the last of this. Sergio Aguero out of order here <a href="https://t.co/XXreySE4zB">pic.twitter.com/XXreySE4zB</a>
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Why bring gender in it? And also he has touched several male referees in very similar situations. No need for the ‘gender card’ <a href="https://t.co/ZKyZMF9xdd">pic.twitter.com/ZKyZMF9xdd</a>
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🎙Pep’s answer re Sergio Aguero 🇦🇷/Sian Massey-Ellis incident at Man City this evening. “Come on guys. Sergio is the nicest person I ever met in my life. Look for problems in other situations not in this one.” <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MCFC?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MCFC</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MCIARS?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MCIARS</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Aguero?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Aguero</a> 
 
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Sergio Aguero, one of the greatest strikers in PL history, did this today. 
 
Commentators didn’t care to mention it, most fans didn’t notice it, others made sexist jokes, and I don't see <a href="https://twitter.com/premierleague?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@premierleague</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/FA?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@fa</a> take any action. 
 
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Agree. Should have been sent off for that. Sorry. Big admirer of his but what he did was disrespectful. No excuses. Needs retrospective punishment.
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Under rules introduced in 2016, players can be warned or sent off for touching match officials depending on the nature of incident. While players have been spotted putting their arms on match officials, referees usually take the context and intention before putting it down in their match report which goes to the FA.&nbsp;

Massey had every right to send Aguero off had she found any malice in Aguero’s move and more importantly, she could have written it down in her match report. However, nothing of that sort is being reported.&nbsp;

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But City's all-time record scorer went unpunished and in his post-match press conference, Guardiola told reporters: "Come on guys. Sergio is the nicest person I ever met in my life.&nbsp;

"Look for problems in other situations, not in this one."

Last year, Man City’s Bernardo Silva suffered a ban after one of his tweets, where he jokingly compared team-mate Benjamin Mendy to a cartoon character, was held racist by social media users before the Portuguese was punished by the FA.&nbsp; 
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Manchester City forward Sergio Aguero on Saturday came into the spotlight not due to his goal-scoring prowess but for his behavior on the field as he was heavily criticized on social media for putting his arm on the shoulder of female assistant referee Sian Massey-Ellis during Man City’s 1-0 win over Arsenal.

Manchester City forward Sergio Aguero on Saturday came into the spotlight not due to his goal-scoring prowess but for his behavior on the field as he was heavily criticized on social media for putting his arm on the shoulder of female assistant referee Sian Massey-Ellis during Man City’s 1-0 win over Arsenal. Aguero argued with Massey on the sidelines over a throw-in call which went against him early in the second of the Premier League encounter at the Etihad Stadium. After disputing the throw-in call, Aguero briefly put his arm around the female assistant referee’s shoulder as she began to walk away. While it was Aguero’s first match since June after the knee surgery, the Argentine found himself as the focal topic on social media with his former team-mate Micah Richards saying on Sky Sports that Aguero should “know better”. Many bashed Aguero while some defended him saying that it is the nature of the game and the Argentine didn't have any ill-intention behind it. ALSO READ: Mourinho could use a creative position for Tottenham star Bale: Glenn Hoddle We have not heard the last of this. Sergio Aguero out of order here pic.twitter.com/XXreySE4zB — Kevin Palmer (@RealKevinPalmer) October 17, 2020 × Why bring gender in it? And also he has touched several male referees in very similar situations. No need for the ‘gender card’ pic.twitter.com/ZKyZMF9xdd — David Morton (@Davidmorton01) October 17, 2020 × 🎙Pep’s answer re Sergio Aguero 🇦🇷/Sian Massey-Ellis incident at Man City this evening. “Come on guys. Sergio is the nicest person I ever met in my life. Look for problems in other situations not in this one.” #MCFC #MCIARS #Aguero pic.twitter.com/QwS7lY3k8d — RouteOneFootball (@Route1futbol) October 17, 2020 × Sergio Aguero, one of the greatest strikers in PL history, did this today. Commentators didn’t care to mention it, most fans didn’t notice it, others made sexist jokes, and I don't see @premierleague and @fa take any action. How is this tolerated in 2020? pic.twitter.com/zLsF0ppmvf — Rupin Kale (@Vegansportlover) October 17, 2020 × For me, looks like he’s mouthed off at her, realised he’s wrong then put his arm round her in apology, and she’s tapped him back to acknowledge that — Dave King (@DaveKing1990) October 17, 2020 × Agree. Should have been sent off for that. Sorry. Big admirer of his but what he did was disrespectful. No excuses. Needs retrospective punishment. — WeegieBoard Stats 🟡🔴🔢👤 (@TheWeegieBoard) October 17, 2020 × Under rules introduced in 2016, players can be warned or sent off for touching match officials depending on the nature of incident. While players have been spotted putting their arms on match officials, referees usually take the context and intention before putting it down in their match report which goes to the FA. Massey had every right to send Aguero off had she found any malice in Aguero’s move and more importantly, she could have written it down in her match report. However, nothing of that sort is being reported. ALSO READ: Late blitz saves Man Utd blushes as VAR denies Liverpool But City's all-time record scorer went unpunished and in his post-match press conference, Guardiola told reporters: "Come on guys. Sergio is the nicest person I ever met in my life. "Look for problems in other situations, not in this one." Last year, Man City’s Bernardo Silva suffered a ban after one of his tweets, where he jokingly compared team-mate Benjamin Mendy to a cartoon character, was held racist by social media users before the Portuguese was punished by the FA.

Man City's Sergio Aguero criticised for putting arm around female match referee

Manchester City is set to take on Arsenal in the first FA Cup semi-final at the iconic Wembley. The previous head-to-head clashes have been a one-sided affair in the recent year with the Blues dominating the ties. Arsenal have lost their last seven matches against Man City while conceding three goals in six matches of them.

However, Arsenal defeated Man City in the FA Cup semi-final when the two teams last met in April 2017 in what was Pep Guardiola’s first season with the Cityzens. The match will be played behind closed doors in the 90,000-seater capacity Wembley.&nbsp;

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When is the FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City?

The FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City will take place on Saturday, July 19.

What is the timing of FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City?

The FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City will start at 12:15 AM IST

Where is the FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City being played?

The FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City will be played at the Wembley Stadium.

Which TV channel will broadcast the FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City?

The FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City will be live on Sony TEN 2 and Sony TEN 2 HD.

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The FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City will be live streamed on Sony’s streaming platform. 
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Manchester City is set to take on Arsenal in the first FA Cup semi-final at the iconic Wembley. The previous head-to-head clashes have been a one-sided affair in the recent year with the Blues dominating the ties.

Manchester City is set to take on Arsenal in the first FA Cup semi-final at the iconic Wembley. The previous head-to-head clashes have been a one-sided affair in the recent year with the Blues dominating the ties. Arsenal have lost their last seven matches against Man City while conceding three goals in six matches of them. However, Arsenal defeated Man City in the FA Cup semi-final when the two teams last met in April 2017 in what was Pep Guardiola’s first season with the Cityzens. The match will be played behind closed doors in the 90,000-seater capacity Wembley. ALSO READ: Leeds back in Premier League after 16-year absence Man City vs Arsenal, FA Cup Live Streaming When is the FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City? The FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City will take place on Saturday, July 19. What is the timing of FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City? The FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City will start at 12:15 AM IST Where is the FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City being played? The FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City will be played at the Wembley Stadium. Which TV channel will broadcast the FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City? The FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City will be live on Sony TEN 2 and Sony TEN 2 HD. Where can you live stream the FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City? The FA Cup match between Arsenal vs Manchester City will be live streamed on Sony’s streaming platform.

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Manchester City defender Eric Garcia suffered a horror clash with goalkeeper Ederson during the match against Arsenal in <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/premier-league">Premier League</a> and the youngster was stretchered off the field. The 19-year-old Spaniard was further taken to a hospital for further tests following which the club has provided an update regarding Garcia’s health.&nbsp;

Man City players including Ederson looked extremely worried when Garcia was lying flat on the field following the collision as medical staff rushed to attend the youngster. He was subbed off and took no further part in the match.&nbsp;

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The good news is Garcia has been discharged from the hospital and met his teammates at the City Football Academy on Thursday morning as Ederson and Aymeric Laporte provided updates on social media.&nbsp;

“Eric was taken to Manchester Royal Infirmary Hospital after the game as a precaution for further tests. He will be monitored in the coming days, ahead of a return to training and competitive action. Everyone at Manchester City wishes Eric a speedy recovery,” read a statement from Man City.

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Garcia chased a long ball by Bernd Leno and was involved in a tussle with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang before Ederson flew out of the penalty box to punch the ball away. Caught unaware of Ederson rushing in, the defender barged with the Brazilian goalkeeper. &nbsp;

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The medical staff needed almost 10 minutes taking care of transferring the young Spaniard to a stretcher before taking him off the field.

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Man City comfortably won the match against Arsenal by 3-0 at the Etihad with Raheem Sterling, Kevin de Bruyne and Phil Foden netting for the Blues as <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/premier-league">Premier League</a> returned after a three-month break due to COVID-19 pandemic. 
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Manchester City defender Eric Garcia suffered a horror clash with goalkeeper Ederson during the match against Arsenal in Premier League and the youngster was stretchered off the field.

Manchester City defender Eric Garcia suffered a horror clash with goalkeeper Ederson during the match against Arsenal in Premier League and the youngster was stretchered off the field. The 19-year-old Spaniard was further taken to a hospital for further tests following which the club has provided an update regarding Garcia’s health. Man City players including Ederson looked extremely worried when Garcia was lying flat on the field following the collision as medical staff rushed to attend the youngster. He was subbed off and took no further part in the match. The good news is Garcia has been discharged from the hospital and met his teammates at the City Football Academy on Thursday morning as Ederson and Aymeric Laporte provided updates on social media. “Eric was taken to Manchester Royal Infirmary Hospital after the game as a precaution for further tests. He will be monitored in the coming days, ahead of a return to training and competitive action. Everyone at Manchester City wishes Eric a speedy recovery,” read a statement from Man City. ALSO READ: Chelsea sign RB Leipzig's Timo Werner: All you need to know about German forward Eric Garcia has been released from hospital after suffering an injury during last night’s Premier League win over Arsenal. Eric will be monitored in the coming days, ahead of a return to training and competitive action. Everyone at City wishes Eric a speedy recovery 💙 pic.twitter.com/r9dNRBSm6B — Manchester City (@ManCity) June 18, 2020 × Garcia chased a long ball by Bernd Leno and was involved in a tussle with Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang before Ederson flew out of the penalty box to punch the ball away. Caught unaware of Ederson rushing in, the defender barged with the Brazilian goalkeeper. The medical staff needed almost 10 minutes taking care of transferring the young Spaniard to a stretcher before taking him off the field. ALSO READ: Manchester City outclass Arsenal; Raheem Sterling coins on David Luiz's mistakes Eric Garcia has been released from hospital after suffering an injury during last night’s Premier League win over Arsenal. Eric will be monitored in the coming days, ahead of a return to training and competitive action. Everyone at City wishes Eric a speedy recovery pic.twitter.com/r9dNRBSm6B — Manchester City (@ManCity) June 18, 2020 × Man City comfortably won the match against Arsenal by 3-0 at the Etihad with Raheem Sterling, Kevin de Bruyne and Phil Foden netting for the Blues as Premier League returned after a three-month break due to COVID-19 pandemic.

Premier League: Man City provide injury update on Eric Garcia after horrific collision with Ederson

The Premier League is back in action after being on halt for almost three months due to coronavirus pandemic. Manchester City will host Arsenal on Wednesday. Both teams have been affected by the virus.

The Premier League is back in action after being on halt for almost three months due to coronavirus pandemic. Manchester City will host Arsenal on Wednesday. Both teams have been affected by the virus. Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta was among the first to contract the virus in Premier League. Pep Guardiola lost his mother in April after she was tested positive for coronavirus. For the Premier League's fan base in India, here are the when and where to watch. Time: 12:45 AM Day: Thursday Venue: Etihad Stadium Broadcasting channels: Star Sports Select The blockbuster clash will be played behind closed doors but it won’t matter to the football fanatics much as they will be seeing Premier League coming back on track following a prolonged break due to COVID-19. Both the managers - Pep Guardiola and Mikel Arteta - thanked the NHS and frontline workers during the pre-match press conference. Both Man City and Arsenal, like other Premier League teams, have been working rigorously to get back to match fitness but are expected to be a bit rusty.

Man City vs Arsenal, Premier League: When and where to watch, live streaming, time in IST

After around three months of break, Pep Guardiola returned to his pre-match press conference routine albeit via video-conference. Manchester City are set to resume the <a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/premier-league">Premier League</a> 2019-20 campaign against Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal on June 17 at the Etihad Stadium. Guardiola during the presser admitted that his players “are not ready” for the hectic scheduling of Premier League as the English top-flight looks to wrap up the season quickly.

With only three weeks to prepare for the resumption of the campaign, players may not achieve optimum fitness levels which could eventually lead to injuries. The Man City boss admitted that they need to rotate players given the number of matches cramped up in a short period of time. However, he accepted that it is important to finish the season so as to limit the economic damage to the clubs.

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He said: “We are ready to play one game. Three days after and four days after that, we are not ready, not just Man City, all the teams. That is why we have to rotate.&nbsp;

<h2>We have to limit the economic damage to the clubs: Guardiola</h2>

“You can play a game after three weeks on holiday but we spent two weeks on the sofa doing nothing much. That is why the players are not fully fit.&nbsp;

“But that is why we have to finish the season. We have to limit the economic damage to the clubs. The way we are right now, I think other clubs and teams [as well], we don't know. If you ask me how the team is, I don't know,” Guardiola said.

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“Tomorrow we will see the level. From there, we are going to see and suggest what we can do better. What we are worried about over the three weeks [since returning to group training] is the lack of preparation, not like in Germany or Spain where they worked five or six weeks.

“All&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/topics/premier-league">Premier League</a> teams have three. We know it is not enough but it is what it is,” he added.

Man City must play 10 league matches before the end of the season on July 26 before locking horns with Newcastle United on June 28 in the quarter-finals.

After around three months of break, Pep Guardiola returned to his pre-match press conference routine albeit via video-conference. Manchester City are set to resume the Premier League 2019-20 campaign against Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal on June 17 at the Etihad Stadium.

After around three months of break, Pep Guardiola returned to his pre-match press conference routine albeit via video-conference. Manchester City are set to resume the Premier League 2019-20 campaign against Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal on June 17 at the Etihad Stadium. Guardiola during the presser admitted that his players “are not ready” for the hectic scheduling of Premier League as the English top-flight looks to wrap up the season quickly. With only three weeks to prepare for the resumption of the campaign, players may not achieve optimum fitness levels which could eventually lead to injuries. The Man City boss admitted that they need to rotate players given the number of matches cramped up in a short period of time. However, he accepted that it is important to finish the season so as to limit the economic damage to the clubs. ALSO READ: Premier League return: the rules He said: “We are ready to play one game. Three days after and four days after that, we are not ready, not just Man City, all the teams. That is why we have to rotate. We have to limit the economic damage to the clubs: Guardiola “You can play a game after three weeks on holiday but we spent two weeks on the sofa doing nothing much. That is why the players are not fully fit. “But that is why we have to finish the season. We have to limit the economic damage to the clubs. The way we are right now, I think other clubs and teams [as well], we don't know. If you ask me how the team is, I don't know,” Guardiola said. ALSO READ: Premier League return: the issues to resolve “Tomorrow we will see the level. From there, we are going to see and suggest what we can do better. What we are worried about over the three weeks [since returning to group training] is the lack of preparation, not like in Germany or Spain where they worked five or six weeks. “All Premier League teams have three. We know it is not enough but it is what it is,” he added. Man City must play 10 league matches before the end of the season on July 26 before locking horns with Newcastle United on June 28 in the quarter-finals.

Pep Guardiola: Man City players not ready for hectic Premier League schedule

In ordinary circumstances Manchester City would have long since relinquished their Premier League crown to Liverpool.&nbsp;

Yet on Wednesday, days before the summer solstice, Pep Guardiola’s side will step out at the Etihad Stadium hoping to delay Liverpool’s inevitable coronation a while longer.

Three months after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down Britain and left Liverpool agonisingly close to sealing the title, action resumes as City host Arsenal and Aston Villa welcome Sheffield United — the first of the 92 Premier League fixtures crammed into the next five weeks.

It will be a poignant evening, with both games played inside empty stadiums and marked before kickoff by a minute’s silence for the more than 40,000 people to die of the virus in the UK.

Both managers suffered personally during the tragic weeks that put soccer matches into perspective. Guardiola’s mother died from COVID-19 while Mikel Arteta, who left his post as Guardiola’s assistant in December to manage Arsenal, caught the virus in March but recovered.

Once the whistle blows, however, the competitive juices will kick in and their focus will be only on the next 90 minutes.

In many ways Wednesday’s clash is more crucial to Arsenal.

While City are 25 points adrift of runaway leaders Liverpool, who need two wins to secure their first title since 1990, Arsenal’s burst of form before the shutdown means they have pushed themselves into contention for a top-five finish.

As if this Premier League season was not strange enough, City’s European ban for breaching UEFA financial rules means that instead of needing to finish in the top-four to claim a Champions League spot, fifth is likely to suffice.

Arteta had revived Arsenal before the shutdown, the Gunners unbeaten in eight league games, winning three in a row.

They may be ninth, but are only five points behind fifth-placed Manchester United, having played one game fewer. Even though that game in hand is at City, keeper Bernd Leno thinks the circumstances favour the Gunners.

“We can surprise City because nobody has the rhythm. I’m sure we can have a good start,” he said. “Mikel (Arteta) knows every player and he knows the manager better than anyone.”

In ordinary circumstances Manchester City would have long since relinquished their Premier League crown to Liverpool. Yet on Wednesday, days before the summer solstice, Pep Guardiola’s side will step out at the Etihad Stadium hoping to delay Liverpool’s inevitable coronation a while longer.

In ordinary circumstances Manchester City would have long since relinquished their Premier League crown to Liverpool. Yet on Wednesday, days before the summer solstice, Pep Guardiola’s side will step out at the Etihad Stadium hoping to delay Liverpool’s inevitable coronation a while longer. Three months after the COVID-19 pandemic shut down Britain and left Liverpool agonisingly close to sealing the title, action resumes as City host Arsenal and Aston Villa welcome Sheffield United — the first of the 92 Premier League fixtures crammed into the next five weeks. It will be a poignant evening, with both games played inside empty stadiums and marked before kickoff by a minute’s silence for the more than 40,000 people to die of the virus in the UK. Both managers suffered personally during the tragic weeks that put soccer matches into perspective. Guardiola’s mother died from COVID-19 while Mikel Arteta, who left his post as Guardiola’s assistant in December to manage Arsenal, caught the virus in March but recovered. Once the whistle blows, however, the competitive juices will kick in and their focus will be only on the next 90 minutes. In many ways Wednesday’s clash is more crucial to Arsenal. While City are 25 points adrift of runaway leaders Liverpool, who need two wins to secure their first title since 1990, Arsenal’s burst of form before the shutdown means they have pushed themselves into contention for a top-five finish. As if this Premier League season was not strange enough, City’s European ban for breaching UEFA financial rules means that instead of needing to finish in the top-four to claim a Champions League spot, fifth is likely to suffice. Arteta had revived Arsenal before the shutdown, the Gunners unbeaten in eight league games, winning three in a row. They may be ninth, but are only five points behind fifth-placed Manchester United, having played one game fewer. Even though that game in hand is at City, keeper Bernd Leno thinks the circumstances favour the Gunners. “We can surprise City because nobody has the rhythm. I’m sure we can have a good start,” he said. “Mikel (Arteta) knows every player and he knows the manager better than anyone.”

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