I'm not saying Arsenal is not good, they still have a chance to beat Manchester City, but their chances are not as good as Manchester City. You have to admit that and in fact it is true that Manchester City is the favorite at home because of the team's performance as well as its home record. If you look at the history of meetings between the two teams at the Etihad over the last few seasons, then you will definitely say the same thing, even though Manchester City cannot always win.
There are all possibilities regarding this match, including Arsenal winning, drawing or losing, and vice versa. However, on my part, Manchester City tends to be reliable at home, especially because they are also fighting to win the top of the standings to maintain their title dominance. It is one of the most anticipated big matches this week and I don't want to miss it.
What is certain is that this match is a big match presented by the Premier League this weekend, both teams both need full points. City needs full points to overtake Arsenal's ranking, and Ateta's team also needs it to increase the points gap from teams below their ranking. even though we all know, it will be difficult to overthrow Pep Guardiola's team at the Etihad Stadium, TheCitizen's home ground. I'm really sure that Arteta is aware of it, as is Pep Guardola.
In the Arsenal camp, Arteta will instruct his team to play carefully and put more pressure into City's defense. plus focus on the defense line, because City players can score goals at any time if the Arsenal defenders are careless. Moreover, several Gunners players are doubtful about playing in this match.
In the City camp, as the home team they have a bigger chance, especially playing in front of their own supporters. also, the probability of Manchester City is higher than Arsenal to win this matchup. However, like Arsenal, it is doubtful that several other City pillars will play in the match against Arsenal. especially some of Pep's mainstay defenders, as well as De Bruyne's status. However, City is still the favorite based on the betting market. well, we agree with what you said. This match could provide a surprise, after all Arsenal was previously able to overthrow Man City even with a lucky win in my opinion. I can't wait for this match, especially as I hope that Arsenal can provide the game that we as supporters expect.