City’s cause will also be aided by having two of those four games at home, giving them not only the advantage of the crowd but also familiar conditions. At the City Ground, the visitors were less than pleased about the dry state of the pitch as it didn’t suit their style of play. The Gunners currently lead the league table by a slender margin, having played one more game than Guardiola’s defending champions. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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