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FC·May 10, 2026 04:16 AM ET

Guardiola to Watch Arsenal vs. West Ham as Title Race Reaches Fever Pitch

City boss watches closely as title race tightens.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated May 101 min read
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What happened: Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola confirmed he will watch Arsenal’s crucial London derby against West Ham on Sunday. The Gunners sit top of the table but face a Hammers side fighting for survival in the relegation zone.

Why it matters: The interest follows Guardiola’s viral "Irons" salute where he urged the London club to do City a favor. With City only two points behind and holding a game in hand, an Arsenal loss would drastically shift title probabilities.

By the numbers: 2025-26 Premier League Standings: 1. Arsenal (76 pts, 35 MP), 2. Manchester City (74 pts, 35 MP).

What to watch: Arsenal travels to the London Stadium today at 4:30 PM BST. Manchester City returns to action against Crystal Palace on May 13.

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