Manchester City vs Arsenal: 3 Things to Look Out For in FA Cup Tie

Manchester City vs Arsenal: 3 things to look out for in FA Cup tie

LONDON, ENGLAND - JANUARY 01: Bernardo Silva of Manchester City is challenged by Thomas Partey of Arsenal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Manchester City at Emirates Stadium on January 01, 2022 in London, England. (Photo by Catherine Ivill/Getty Images) /

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Arsenal are in FA Cup action on Friday night against Manchester City as the first meeting of the Premier League heavyweights takes place.

With Mikel Arteta’s side flying high at the summit of the Premier League, a chance to take a break for a cup competition could be a welcome change.

With Pep Guardiola’s side thought to be the only real threat to Arsenal’s title bid, there are a few subplots to look for at the Etihad on Friday.

Manchester City vs Arsenal: 3 things to look out for in FA Cup tie

Here are three things to look for in the heavyweight clash.

1. Mikel Arteta’s team selection

This will be the one to watch. Just how strong Arteta will go makes for fascinating viewing, with the league title likely taking precedence.

Leonardo Trossard was brought for this exact reason: to ease the workload on Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli. Also, Thomas Partey or Granit Xhaka will likely get a rest… won’t they?

How Arteta sets his team out will tell us a lot regarding where his priorities lie.

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