Pep Guardiola has backed Manchester City fans to play a decisive role as his side face Arsenal in a crucial Premier League title clash at the Etihad Stadium.
Second-placed City host league leaders Arsenal on Sunday in a potentially defining encounter in the title race.
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Guardiola expressed confidence that the home crowd will provide the energy his team needs in such a high-stakes fixture.
“It’s really good. It has happened this season a few times. They are going to help us because, except last season, the team has been there playing good or bad, winning or losing, and on Sunday they will be there,” he said.
“We are looking forward to starting and doing our best. I know the people are looking forward to a perfect Sunday against Arsenal. What else can we ask for?”
With six points separating the two sides, the stakes remain finely balanced. A win for Man City would cut the gap to three points with a game in hand, putting the defending champions firmly back in control of their destiny.
However, victory for Arsenal would extend their lead to nine points, a potentially decisive advantage in the race for the title.
As the season reaches a critical stage, Sunday’s showdown could prove pivotal in determining where the Premier League trophy ends up.
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