What happened
Pep Guardiola confirmed he will tune in to watch Arsenal take on West Ham Sunday afternoon. The admission follows City’s 3-0 win over Brentford on Saturday, which moved the defending champions within two points of the top spot.
Why it matters
The City manager's interest follows a viral 'Irons' salute where he jokingly backed the Hammers to stall Arsenal's title charge. A Gunners win would restore a five-point cushion, while West Ham is desperate for points to escape the relegation zone.
The data edge
Arsenal leads the Premier League with 76 points to City’s 74, though the Gunners hold a game in hand. Betting markets list Arsenal as -167 favorites for the London Stadium clash, with West Ham currently 18th in the table.
What to watch
Arsenal kicks off against West Ham at 16:30 BST. Manchester City returns to action against Crystal Palace on May 13.