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Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta says he is ready to “kill” any of his players who are intimidated by the showdown against Manchester City.
Arsenal are set for their biggest game of the season against Manchester City at the Etihad, with the Premier League title seemingly at stake.
The Gunners have let Pep Guardiola's men back into the title race and must now avoid defeat at the home of the champions to remain in charge of their fortunes.
Arsenal's Arteta ahead of Manchester City clash
Speaking ahead of the crunch tie, Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta was asked about the possibility of his players being overwhelmed by the occasion.
The Gunners boss said: “No. And if they are, I will just say: ‘I will kill them.’ And I don’t want that at all.”
Man City vs Arsenal: Arteta claims clash will not decide Premier League title
Arsenal have dropped points after being held by Liverpool, West Ham, and Southampton in their last three games but despite the difficulty attached to defeating City at the Etihad, Arteta insists his players will relish the opportunity.
“Yeah, it’s going to be a tough night and challenge but the opportunity is incredible for us. We knew from the beginning, if you want to win the Premier League, you have to go to Man City and beat them."
Arsenal are five points clear of Man City, having played two games more.
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