LONDON :Clashes between Manchester City and Liverpool have often been regarded as key battles in Premier League title races in recent seasons but Sunday's encounter may merely point to which of the two clubs is best equipped to try to chase Arsenal.

By the time the weekend's big game kicks off at the Etihad Stadium (1630 GMT) Arsenal, who visit surprise package Sunderland on Saturday, could be 10 points clear of champions Liverpool and nine ahead of Pep Guardiola's City.

That likely scenario would increase the pressure on City and Liverpool, who head into the last round of fixtures before another international stoppage second and third respectively.

While it is still early in the season, a beefed-up Arsenal squad looks well-equipped to protect top spot, having conceded only three goals

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