On Saturday, Manchester City clung desperately to a 1-0 victory away to Leeds. The home team started the game aggressively at Elland Road, putting Pep Guardiola’s squad under pressure throughout the first twenty minutes.
Antoine Semenyo scored the game-winning goal just before halftime, however Dominic Calvert-Lewin and Aaronson both missed golden opportunities.
The outcome moves City to a two-point deficit above Arsenal. At home against Chelsea on Sunday, though, the Gunners will have another opportunity to widen their lead to five points.
Mikel Arteta’s squad accomplished it last week during City’s 2-1 Etihad victory over Newcastle. Viktor Gyokeres and Eberechi Eze scored twice apiece as they thrashed Tottenham 4-1.
When Arsenal go off against another London opponent, they will need to pull off the same manoeuvre. The league leaders will face a more formidable opponent at Chelsea. Therefore, a victory over the Blues will carry more weight than the North London Derby crushing.
Liam Rosenior’s squad is starting to fall behind in the battle for a Champions League spot. Following Saturday’s 5-2 thrashing of West Ham, Liverpool now sit three points clear of Chelsea.
If Manchester United defeat Crystal Palace on Sunday, they will gain six points and put themselves six points ahead of Chelsea.
Two goals will be decided by this match at the Emirates. The points are crucial for Chelsea as they aim for next year’s Champions League qualification.
As they enter the home stretch, Arsenal must win this game to keep City at arm’s length.