We have to beat Manchester City tonight, says Arteta

By Peter Ochieng

English Premier League leaders Arsenal have a 'game of games' on their cards tonight.

A win against title holders Manchester City at the Eithad Stadium will go a long way in assuring the Gunners of a first EPL title in 19 years, as the season enters the 'money stage.'

Speaking ahead of the tie, Arsenal Manager Mikel Arteta said they have to go to City and win.

"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 Spurs and you have to beat them. You have to go to Chelsea and you have to beat them," said Arteta.

“This is what we've been doing. That's why we are here. Now we have to go to City and we have to beat them. If you want to be champions, you have to win those matches. It's as simple as that.”

His opposite number in the frame of City's Pep Guardiola is amazed by what has been going on at Arsenal all season.

“Mikel changed the structure of the club. He changed a lot of players. He has been supported by the hierarchy of the club and that is why the success is there," said Guardiola.

Arsenal lead standings with 75 points, five against City who enjoy a two game in hand advantage.

The match kicks off at 10pm East African time.