Mikel Arteta urges Arsenal to play without fear against Manchester City in a crucial Premier League title clash, as both sides battle for control of the race.

Mikel Arteta has urged Arsenal to play without fear or regret as they prepare for a defining Premier League title showdown against Manchester City.

The Gunners currently sit six points clear at the top of the table, but their advantage is far from secure, having played one game more than City ahead of Sunday’s clash at the Etihad Stadium.

Arsenal’s recent dip in form has added intrigue to the title race, with just one win in their last five matches across all competitions giving City renewed hope. Pep Guardiola’s side have a history of chasing down Arsenal, having overtaken them to win the title in both the 2022/23 and 2023/24 seasons.

Despite those setbacks, Arteta remains confident in his squad’s ability, encouraging his players to embrace the moment and deliver a performance full of belief and conviction. The Spaniard emphasized that Arsenal are in the position they worked hard to achieve and should focus on their strengths rather than dwelling on recent struggles.

Meanwhile, City come into the game in strong form, having secured impressive victories over Liverpool and Chelsea following their latest trophy success at Wembley.

Guardiola, however, acknowledged the pressure on his side, admitting that anything less than a win could effectively end their title hopes, setting the stage for a high-stakes encounter.