What happened: Pep Guardiola said the Premier League title race is no longer in Manchester City's hands, calling Arsenal a "colossal" side while acknowledging their Champions League final run and league position. His comments came after City's 3-0 win over Brentford on May 9 cut Arsenal's lead at the top to two points ahead of Arsenal's trip to West Ham.

Why it matters: The quote underlines the pressure shift in the run-in: City kept themselves alive, but Arsenal still control the title race with their remaining fixtures. It also fits Guardiola's recent public tone toward Arsenal, as seen in his earlier praise of the league leaders, while the Gunners balance domestic pressure with a Champions League final ahead.

What to watch: Watch Arsenal's result at West Ham next, as any dropped points would reopen City's path with three matches left. City's remaining margin for error is minimal after already surrendering control of the race.