EPL: We have to beat Arsenal – Guardiola looks ahead in title race

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has suggested that their upcoming Premier League showdown with Arsenal could prove decisive in the title race.

The Spaniard spoke after City came from behind to secure a 2-1 victory over Liverpool on Sunday, keeping the pressure firmly on the league leaders.

The win ensured City maintained a six-point gap behind the Gunners, preserving their hopes of a late push for the trophy.

Guardiola admitted his side’s focus is simply to stay close to Mikel Arteta’s team and capitalize on any slip.

“All we can do is breathe down the neck of Arsenal, being there, and try if they slip, if they make something [a mistake], use it,” he said.

“We have to play them [Arsenal] at home, so of course we have to beat them.”