Guardiola hails Arsenal after Man City’s 2-1 win cuts Gunners’ lead to three points
Manchester City defeated Arsenal 2-1 in a Premier League match on Sunday, April 19, 2026. Ryan Cherki gave Arsenal an early lead, Kai Havertz equalized before halftime, and Erling Haaland scored the winner in the second half. Guardiola praised Arsenal’s competitiveness, calling the game a good advert for the league and noting that victory came down to little margins.
The win reduces Arsenal’s lead to three points, with City still having a game in hand. This tightens the title race, making the remaining fixtures crucial for both teams. For Nigerian fans following the EPL, the result means the championship could still swing either way, especially if City wins their match in hand.
With City now three points behind and a game in hand, will you back them to overtake Arsenal in the remaining fixtures, or do you think Arsenal’s experience will hold them to the top?