Uncertainty around Arsenal? 🤔 ESPN FC previews match vs. Manchester City 👀

The ESPN FC panel of James Olley, Craig Burley and Shaka Hislop preview the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester City.
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[@samjall9216]

All City players are injured but we will see all the injured players on the team sheet 😂😂😂

[@js-gi3uo]

City can not and will not fool us. We will beat them with their full squad

[@nathanieldorafils1267]

Fr😂😂😂

[@user-mg4yj6mq5t]

Absolutely. Mind games

[@AchtungBaby77]

Yes... "injured". 🤔

[@Ciilow24]

Pep effect 😊

[@ntokozosibanyoni1421]

😂The hate for Kai is so palpable you can see how unhappy they are that he hasn't flopped like they hoped he would.

[@sijanpokharel9280]

No idea why i read kai as kay (the host)😂..

[@allelaw7015]

The white guy is unhappy Kai is doing well, and the black guy is always devastated that Raya is still Arsenal's number one goalkeeper. Those two are just constantly irritated that they have nothing bad to say about the team but their personal hatred

[@deutercoyg]

⁠@@allelaw7015obviously youve watched this show a ton. so you know these guys have names right?

[@elderlight]

He was flopping till he wasn't

[@evangelinewangari1124]

​@@allelaw7015lol the black guy and the white guy😂😂😂😂

[@faissalsanfo2454]

They spent all that time talking about how Arsenal is playing the best football in England this season and City having so many injuries in their backline but when asked about predictions they all go for a City win 😂😂😂😂 Make it make sense people

[@kimonstedman6823]

I love it so we can prove them wrong

[@jujuuu10]

because city are very tough to beat at the etihad... They have not lost there since early november 2022.

[@otisbembridge4203]

​@jujuuu10 so Brentford didn't beat city home and away last season

[@benjamindadzie9657]

​@@otisbembridge4203yhyh 22/23 s era season..but that's the last lost

[@ma466]

@@otisbembridge4203 MC don’t loss when it matters most like Arsenal last year.

[@Arazorblade]

Martinelli has to play. He scores in big games and against top teams. If he plays, Arsenal have a chance .

[@ikeman9784]

Agree. If we have martinelli and saka starting I don't think we lose this game. I saw how many easy chances sterling and nico Jackson wasted against citeh on the counter. Saka and martinelli are much more ruthless than dem 2.

[@patrikcarlsson8975]

No mentioning of Gabriel being injured. I really hope he can play this game. Would also be great if Partey can come in second half and close down the game.

[@hassannoorabdullahi2065]

You can never be sure with Pep. He can came up with a master class performance🙌 👏. For the more he's Arteta's teacher

[@nish1023874]

Furthermore*

[@virupakshawalla5734]

He will over think it 😂

[@boscojoseph5412]

Like he did when they played in the first leg

[@Cafez27]

Arteta is more than capable of going toe to toe with Pep…. Remember the Emirates total master class by Arsenal, City barely had a shot on goal….

[@samfisher2306]

I believe Arsenal can win but it'll be a very tough one.

[@drty8765-ef1fd]

@scpython1 So are we

[@YamboEmmanuel]

​@drty8765-ef1fd who are we missing

[@markbrunt914]

@scpython1 which several key players are talking you about , did you see on sky sports all back to training only walker and stones faces late fitness test , so who are the serval key players missing elderson back to training they said he will be out for 4 weeks less than 2 weeks he is back to training already.

[@thesaintst1851]

Not happening.. don’t be silly

[@imcursed-]

@@thesaintst1851Chelsea almost defeated city at the etihad, I believe arsenal will end this etihad unbeaten streak

[@redbullsalz]

Except Ederson, I doubt any City player is injured 🤦🙄

[@marlonblade007]

Ederson is fit

[@Boldupmotivation]

Ederson is actually fit. Stones, Pep said is injured but I won't be surprised to see him. Walker is 100% out

[@jakeneiljohnson4540]

What if Kai Havertz scored a winner. I wonder what the responses will be the responses?

[@AlTarif]

60 million down the drain.

[@YamboEmmanuel]

​@AlTarif only an amateur says that

[@rakimrobinsonMCFC]

Didn't he do it in the CL final against City. Why so delusional

[@hzskillz1721]

​@@AlTarifThe celebrations will commence for Arsenal 😂😂😂

[@darrenredden3289]

If Walker and Stones play this Sunday, that's a huge middle finger shown to Southgate by them saying "we were thinking about this game more than your friendlies"😂😂😂

[@bg1251]

To be fair to them it is a much bigger game.

[@KamikazeTj10]

Stones didn't even know its arsenal game next 🤣🤣🤣🤣 he rates u guys that much 🤡😅💀

[@darrenredden3289]

@@KamikazeTj10 I'm neither team

[@fzprof1756]

@@KamikazeTj10he is being sarcastic he can’t be that ignorant. Or either pep trains then to not know the next game and focus one game at a time

[@henrysmith883]

@@KamikazeTj10 You really believe that do you?

[@syedhashimsyedmoksin8849]

Like they said we are please to prove the doubters wrong.. that is arsenal motto should be.. and arsenal have done that all season.. i hope they continue to do that

[@Paul_425]

Going to be a high scoring game.

[@razrsliq7623]

I remember when the whole ESPN crew were so sure that Havertz was a useless signing. I really hope Arsenal can win 10 EPL games straight to become Premier League Champions.

[@waynedlima2226]

Rodri is the key factor for Citi He’s played a lot too

[@abhisheksavant4307]

Rodri, Dias, Bernardo are key. Grealish is again a big miss. If he was available then I would call it for City easy.

[@jontellie]

@@abhisheksavant4307grealish is 100% playing bro

[@abhisheksavant4307]

@jontellie If Grealish is back and he can hit the ground running then City are favorites. Guy is press resistant and can hold the ball in the final third. You gonna think I'm stupid but I believe he is just as crucial as kdb

[@myeyeshurt5566]

Kai’s been on great form since November, it just didnt work out at Chelsea but he’s found his team now. Also this break will serve us well, we’ll be charged up for a busy April

[@user-pe8rm9to8d]

As a Arsenal fan. I think Havertz will put a dent on City's ego 😮

[@thebutzel9752]

As an Arsenal fan, I'd be fine with a draw at Man City. If we get a win I'd be ecstatic, but if we get a draw at the Etihad, I won't complain. What matters is what we do AFTER Man City. We need to stack wins on the comparatively easier squads headed toward Tottenham. Aston Villa and Brighton will be tough matches along the way, but outside of those we can stack some wins. Need every point we can get.

[@simbamachafa3312]

😂

[@issaadan4909]

No one can predict this game . Fear of being wrong is immense , home advantage for city , Arsenal are top of the table for the reason , hopefully referee won’t produce another bad call like Anfield agains city . Let me enjoy the game As Liverpool fan we hope for the draw but knowing Brighton is our Achilles heel 😂 no Trossad I’m glad

[@da_el_chapo]

I hope brighton helps arsenal hahaha😅

[@bernardfox9078]

Even if Stones and Walker are injured, possibly Diaz and Akanji too City will still put out a good defence. Gvardiol,Ake,Gomez and Lewis. If any of the 'injured' players are fit then there will be little drop off. If KDB is fully fit and firing City will win 3-1.

[@bosstrading928]

Arsenal will definitely go toe to toe with city. We have the defence to deal with them. Gonna be some game.

[@femisimon8915]

Decan rice has really improved the team mentality

[@chuak.c7349]

Only mentality but losing all technicalities.

[@nahnotatall4291]

Arteta you has you mean.

[@micahiah2]

The usual worry is when Arsenal self implode. Someone gets upset, will affect the team. If they can stay cool, then they will win it.

[@SnowMan-qp7gc]

Break momentum reflects to both clubs ... most clubs pulls a sicky on their top players and it's understandable if it's a useless meaningless friendly match at a very crucial time for clubs to fight for different reasons [ relegation , title , and top 4 ]

[@kitwanaabraham560]

The biggest decision Arteta has to make on Sunday is whether to start Giorginho or Partey in the holding position. I would personally prefer that Arteta start Partey if he isnfully fitbdespite his lack of games. Giorginho is a great player, but he is simply not physical or strong enough to combat the pace and power of a team like City.

[@stephengichu8029]

it will be a masterclass from the very well rested KDB and SUPER Jack

[@stuartscott1679]

With the addition of rice and a bit more experienced than last season, it's going to be a good game, hopefully for arsenal 👍

[@nickoforesta5788]

Man City don't make excuses. If we don't have Stones or Walker, that's the breaks. We will show up and play the game and see what happens. May the best team win

[@jakerichards665]

No

[@slyarsenal]

No, Man City just make up financial books

[@grahamshaw3802]

And billions spent so no sympathy

[@slyarsenal]

No, City just makes up books

[@edgardanielmwesigwa3338]

Shaka talking about how you cope with the break momentum. He clearly hasn't watched us enough to know that we've always been fantastic coming out of breaks. This one has clearly served as a mini pre-season for our returning players. So I think we'll be fine Shaka

[@ADI-lg5ov]

Raya White - Saliba - Gabriel - Kiwior Jorginho - Declan Martin Saka - Martinelli Jesus

[@jaysonmiru3563]

I do not know if leaving out Havertz from stating XI or bringing in Jesus without match practice will be a good idea.

[@ADI-lg5ov]

@@jaysonmiru3563 With City we need someone who can make some trouble inside the box and speed of course .

[@therpope]

@@ADI-lg5ovso Havertz

[@hzskillz1721]

Havertz will cause problems to City defense because of his size, he starts over Jesus.

[@Boldupmotivation]

Kai Havertz will definitely start upfront.....and that will be the correct decision too.

[@adamruffo1504]

We're, Arsenal, are ready to go this year. I think we just won't let it go like last year. LGYG!!!!

[@Joswag]

Aren’t City missing Ederson Stones and Walker? Arsenal should be at least competitive in this game Edit: I’m a Real fan

[@adamruffo1504]

Ooof

[@marvinprudencio7321]

Doesn’t matter who’s injured. As long as Rodri plays City is not losing. Plus Ortega, Ake, and Lewis are still great backups.

[@ekowhoward5530]

We beat you at Etihad so we can beat you again. Your domination is not forever

[@monils]

Ok, all 3 played the last match and City lost... So what are you on about?

[@dantralius9269]

Ortega is a great keeper.

[@tvgcmma9215]

City def have missed Gündoğan this season / every season pep has let a player leave and not had an effect - this is first time when can see they miss a player as he got them points in the important games last season and they miss that

[@mrr3872]

... and Mahrez cutting in from the right. 10ish goals per season gone!

[@abhisheksavant4307]

They are missing Gundagon and Grealish. Pep didn't buy Grealish for goals & assist. Grealish is press resistant and has mastered Pep's dark art of tactical fouls.

[@giftmokaba4127]

City did struggle against the top sides this season but who knows I guess we’ll see

[@salimmohamud5390]

City players are not injured these are mind games

[@DCer0]

It's not "mind" games, it's avoid national squad games

[@tymkoc3293]

Craig makes good points. Have to press city and don't let them time on the ball, especially Rodrigo who has excellent football vision and his passing is top notch. Not sure but did'nt Rice play both international games the full 90+? If so he might be quite tired now, hopefully fit. That international break came at a bad time for the best team in the league this season- Arsenal. Hopefully it re-energizes them to not let go that top place till the end of season.

[@brain-up867]

City saying everyone is injured when actually noone is injured 😂 and Arsenal saying noone is injured but actually everyone is injured 😅

[@gisolio85]

Stupid statement

[@rakimrobinsonMCFC]

Declan Rice said Stones didn't even know he was playing at the weekend, now he's faking injuries to be fit for Arsenal?

[@jontukagam3403]

@@rakimrobinsonMCFC Stone is fake dont know the schedule...

[@rakimrobinsonMCFC]

@@jontukagam3403 that was literally rices' point. He doesn't know the schedule.

[@gos4343]

Liverpool pre-Arsenal epl game: 4-1 win. Post Arsenal 3-1 defeat: 3-1 win 4-1 win 4-1 win

[@user-tr7bc5ir4p]

This is going to be title match.

[@MrKaravaj]

I hope Arsenal wins this game /Liverpool fan As long as ManCity dont win again

[@richardzinhuka7236]

😂😂you know that's not happening right

[@joekristian674]

He is just saying that to motivate himself 😅

[@MrKaravaj]

Vamos Messi@@richardzinhuka7236

[@BB-wc9jx]

GUNNERS 🔥

[@kemoi5048]

What does the prediction numbers mean

[@vinl100]

I like how they put pressure on Arsenal.

[@oeckstei]

Saliba injury was the nail in the coffin for arsenals title challenge last year. Now more reinforcements and few injuries and experience comes into play.

[@KenyaPulseHub]

Arsenal against the world. Haters are having sleepless nights.

[@alanboots1106]

Arsenal have to do their thing.

[@barno978]

This is world class punditry lmao

[@fadliomar5530]

Trosard-havertz-saka Rice-partey-odegaard Kiwior-gabriel-saliba-ben Raya Martineli second half.

[@robinarden8877]

Of the 17 highest ranked national divisions across Europe, England is the only country that has never had the same team win the top flight four seasons in a row... Now is the time for Arsenal

[@rakimrobinsonMCFC]

Why do Arsenal fans think we would fake injuries and players miss team training to trick Arsenal. When they've NEVER done that b4. You overstate youre importance. Makes no sense.

[@bjk8794]

Title decider isn't it?

[@jimmywenger8979]

@@bjk8794 according to the media who big up everything they broadcast to get eyes on, as far as i can see we are 1 point ahead of them with 30 points still left on the table to play for. Nothing will be decided tomorrow, even if one of the teams gets battered 10-0 they could still win the double.

[@philanderphillips2309]

For some reason I always want Frank to address the “Team Sheet”. If you know, you know.

[@Sabet-Goat]

Ars 2 city 1 Haaland 45mints Juse’s 80mints Kai havertz 93mints

[@micowilliams9084]

Dream on, 🍼 Bottlers

[@kwameaboagye-cl9me]

Arsenal 2-1 Manchester City Odegaard Rice

[@kwameaboagye-cl9me]

​@@micowilliams9084Get a life hater

[@SIEba-un6mu]

ESPN pundits, the best out there. Love these guys and their analysis...

[@chrisrodriguez6729]

sarcasm, surely

[@rohanpayne8787]

I was saying ​@@chrisrodriguez6729

[@avegansutopia3008]

​@@chrisrodriguez6729I came here to type the word sarcasm 😂 then I saw your comment

[@salimmohamud5390]

​@@chrisrodriguez6729worst pundits

[@johnrupertregacho7681]

Nahhhhh

[@segineseju464]

How they make a 16min talk & never mention the influence of VAR shows they're no experts in EPL

[@kwameaboagye-cl9me]

I predict that Arteta will pick Reiss Nelson to cover for Bukayo Saka. Lenadro Trossard will cover for Martinelli. Kai Havertz will play up front alone.

[@JayZC96]

It’s so weird that none of them even mentioned Arsenal already beat City. Tbf, City didn’t have KDB and a couple other guys, but this isn’t a David vs Goliath situation - But it’s weird that the pundits are making it sound that way, considering Arsenal’s already took 3 pts off City.

[@Sajdar85]

They did mention it

[@alphillips5478]

That international break works BOTH ways....

[@mizzdacasamoah3160]

Regardless! It's a win for Arsenal

[@user-lf2vp6es5r]

Too much praise for arsenal will in the end bring tears.

[@ericedudzi6267]

Since when did Ethihad become Anfield ??? 😂😂😂 you guys are fun . When we Arsenal played City, the last time I remembered, they didn't have a shot on target 😂😂

[@tonygreen6185]

Arsenal will show how good they are but for me as an arsenal fan we haven't got that big killer goalscorer upfront ...wr can make half chances and even one on ones but I think we won't convert as many as we need to win the game .. A draw won't be a bad result .

[@TheKingSkillsBW67]

Very embarrassing to still see people who’ve been involved with soccer so long struggling to understand the incredible impact Kai Havertz has brought to this Arteta’s Arsenal. lol City registered one shot on target after 70th minute and lost; Arsenal didn’t play Saka and Partey, with Timber who helped beat City in the Community Shield. Nobody said anything intelligent on Kai Havertz. You guys are still learning this player profile, no need to hide your glaring ignorance of what Arteta is doing with him. The Havertz at Arsenal is nothing you guys have seen anywhere.

[@anthonyreen2189]

The Havertz at Arsenal is nothing you guys have seen anywhere. It's like you took the words out of my mouth!!!!! COYG...

[@rakimrobinsonMCFC]

​@@anthonyreen2189 he won 3 4 trophies in one year with Chelsea scoring in all the finals. Including the CL finals against CITY

[@anthonyreen2189]

Totally agree, wonderkid at Leverkusen, came to Chelski with a massive reputation. Arteta is just bringing that player back into the fold.!!!!!

[@SpennieLence]

This is going to the last game of the season I'd say, tomorrow is important but there's 3 teams in it to win it.

[@ngashuwilliamseyongegbe8376]

Where this guys previewing the game or talking abt Arsenal

[@user-ic4tz5zq5g]

Wonder if pep is injured also ?😅

[@ThePrinceOrtmayer]

If City win this, they'll go on and win the title. If Arsenal win this, I can see them going on a run with only Villa and maybe United being any sort of resistance.

[@ymerrexhepi2327]

I think this is our best chance to put a mark and to beat Manchester City I think my prediction 3:1Arsenal.

[@MarkChandler-fb1fm]

Should be a good game. It's a toss up. I would like to see Arsenal win this one and then run the table and win the Title.

[@Ghurdson]

Arsenal to win 2-0

[@damaniclarke6233]

Your joking if you think City is not scoring a goal at the Etihad😂😂😂😂

[@Ghurdson]

@@damaniclarke6233 😂😂😂 enjoy the game mate

[@sylvesterabiolu1186]

You realize City's at home right? City last lost at home in December 2022. They have not even lost in Europe for 5 years at the Etihad. It's a tough game. Don't make it sound like an easy win for Arsenal when it's been ages we beat them there... I do hope Arsenal wins though. It would give an unreal momentum to end the season

[@Ghurdson]

@@sylvesterabiolu1186 of course I do

[@NhlakaniphoNdlovu-mp3zb]

lol its almost impossible for city not to score at home

[@archmkw]

Arsenal to beat Man City 2:1

[@robertpoffel373]

Arsenal will do everything they can to dominate City all over the pitch. Will they be able to do that? Who tf knows. I can't wait!

[@abhisheksavant4307]

City are in contention for a treble again, even when they are having a bad season by their standards. City will do their yearly juggernaut thing from here on. 3-1 to City. That's what champions do.

[@kyleclinton9893]

You know it

[@kelechidaniel3438]

The scorers in the will come between defenders and midfielders for Arsenal

[@fastfood19thecocojumbo]

Game will finish In Draw so,like me❤

[@jideajibola5074]

Mind games from the city camp before the Match.

[@obumnemeadubasim4880]

You will see all the injured players on both sides, only timber will miss the game.

[@MisterTRG]

We will see on Sunday who’s injured and who’s not shall we

[@virupakshawalla5734]

Havertz switched off or Chelsea were in a total mess last season 😮

[@mosesjohnson8287]

They pressed Liverpool also and not let out

[@Unaveragemoe]

Rico Lewis about to get called up to England after what he does on Sunday

[@wahidratul9722]

Craig, Robbo, James, Oggy, Shaka and Dan hosting is the best group for the show.

[@ghostoftheyoutubefuture2630]

Craig went against the grain & backed Arsenal 😮 the media world must be outraged!

[@problem_man]

You do know city vs arsenal, arsenal is ALWAYS the underdog right

[@ghostoftheyoutubefuture2630]

​@@problem_man & you do know football is a funny game where anything can happen right? Especially when it's a top of the table clash. I think you're not giving Arsenal enough respect tbh.

[@shamsh09]

City made such an impression over the years that even when arsenal is clear favorite folks are leaning towards City. I bet its mostly because of the reputation than anything else.

[@rakimrobinsonMCFC]

Declan Rice said Stones didn't even know he was playing at the weekend, now he's faking injuries to be fit for Arsenal?

[@brownistani]

Pretty negative video title for what ended up being a positive conversation

[@psarm2225]

Arsenal need more respect they’re the only team is who has beaten both they’re title charging rivals this season beating city and smoking liverpool

[@richardzinhuka7236]

Respect is not given to bottlers . You have to earn it by winning 😂

[@BB-wc9jx]

​@@richardzinhuka7236like beating city twice already and taking 4 points off Liverpool

[@mellosportsmedia]

What will Arsenal win or have to show when the season ends ?

[@keranseunarine4274]

Craig just said walker is one of the best. I want what he's smoking 😂

[@richardzinhuka7236]

His the best

[@jeffreyjeffery4712]

It there's anyone with uncertainty it's Man City who have players injured from international break.

[@problem_man]

City is always the favorite against tiny arsenal

[@farahomar6880]

A point from this game is still a win for arsenal we can catch Liverpool if they drop points but chasing city is going to be a long day

[@legendaltair2733]

As an Arsenal fan the best result we can get is a draw.. I dont think we can win at Ethihad. Its a mentality thing. They havent win at Ethihad for quite sometime now

[@abhisheksavant4307]

If it's still a mentality thing then yous will crumble again into the subsequent run in fixtures. The run in isn't as simple as it looks. Only City have mastered it over the years.

[@tayoakingold104]

We will win. The Mentality thing is no longer a problem

[@richardzinhuka7236]

​@@tayoakingold104😂😂where's the proof you're still bottlers 😅

[@BB-wc9jx]

​@@richardzinhuka7236Bottlers top of the league right

[@L0fnlnd]

City players will all be fit come match day all mind games

[@SMGTTY]

And these pundits STILL haven’t noticed these facts: Arsenal have not fielded their strongest 11 all season!!! Arsenal have been the best team AWAY from home Defensively in Europe. Arsenal does NOT need to beat City to win the league, just match their performances.

[@buzosolomzi9975]

My thoughts exactly, kai hasn't been deployed upfront...you guys and City baiseness it mindboggling

[@adriandreghorn8533]

These so-called experts said liverpool wouldn't challenge for the title. Its city and arsenal. So much for experts. So imagine if liverpool had been given the Tottenham goal and got a draw .imagine if the penalty against arsenal had been given and imagine if the penalty against city had been given liverpool would be 7 points clear before this game .if this seasons title is decided on VAR and refs football as gone ill never watch football again its courupt.

[@keranseunarine4274]

Stfu. The only one is the tottenham call. U act like liverpool are the only ones getting iffy calls.

[@mikeratcliffe8561]

Cant see Stones and Walker not playing. people jumping the gun in my opinion.

[@youngsaka6681]

Arsenal have the potential to beat city,,However it’s their believe that will determine if they win it or not.They should go there to win and fight like it’s their last.⚽️

[@drty8765-ef1fd]

Exactly

[@fplguide]

How many times has Arsenal scored city, when was the last time city lost home

[@612ent7]

Lol Gabriel n martellini might be fit

[@nyakwargari]

Chelsea was a poor team and it affected Havertz ... He has shown consistency , what is Leboeuf on about ?

[@thesaintst1851]

What are YOU on about?? Havertz hasn’t been consistent at all!.. the last few games in a 38 game season does NOT consistency make….🤦🏿‍♂️🤦🏿‍♂️

[@nyakwargari]

@@thesaintst1851 seems you have been watching animation 🤣... Havertz has improved with every game since November

[@joachimpetersen2301]

Play the same way we played them in both community shield and emirates. Mid block, grind the game out and hope for a late winner. Going all out against city plays to there advantage. Theyll tear our press apart and win comfortably.

[@josephajibowo-wp2rw]

There were hesitant at your home too. It was not just down your tactics.

[@tomodul2619]

Those games Arsenal scored through deflection. Those were lucky goals and you still hope for that to happen at Etihad.

[@ma466]

You won Community shields in tie break .

[@garnetttate8470]

Arsenal win 3-1

[@jeremymakokha4797]

The last day Arsenal will be topping the table

[@simeonwalekwate2538]

Let see what will happen best team will win the game