Arsenal vs Manchester City to get a score prediction for the Premier League clash

Arsenal host Premier League champions Manchester City at the Emirates on Sunday and we used FIFA 20 to get a score prediction for the big game in north London. Arsenal got their first win under Freddie Ljungberg last week, beating West Ham 1-3 at the London Stadium, but the Gunners face a much tougher task this weekend, as they prepare to face Pep Guardiola's Manchester City at the Emirates Stadium. Football fanatics from all over the world can buy Premier League Tickets online to enjoy its stunning performances.

Kieran Tierney, Granit Xhaka and Dani Ceballos will all be missing for Arsenal against City, with doubts also surrounding the fitness of Hector Bellerin, Rob Holding and Nicolas Pepe. Gabriel Martinelli is set to start in attack, with Alexandre Lacazette on the bench.

So, what lineup with Ljungberg goes against City?

And what will the final score be at the Emirates?

We used FIFA 20 to simulate the outcome of Arsenal vs Manchester City.

Arsenal vs Manchester City score predicted using FIFA 20

To set up this simulation, we used kick-off mode within FIFA 20 but didn't select a team to control; we then selected the teams and watched the match play out by itself, to give us a unique prediction.

The AI difficulty was set to world-class, with the line-up updated with the latest transfers, injuries and suspensions.

We predict that Arsenal could set up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, with the line-up as follows: Leno; Maitland-Niles, Chambers, Luiz, Kolasinac; Torreira, Guendouzi; Pepe, Ozil, Martinelli; Aubameyang.

Manchester City

Could set up in a 4-3-3 formation, with the line-up as follows:

Ederson Walker, Fernandinho, Otamendi, Zinchenko; De Bruyne, Rodri, Gundogan; Mahrez, Jesus Sterling This was a really fun game to watch, with both sides going all out for the win. The attacking players were certainly more effective than the defenders on the pitch in this game. In the first half, both sides were playing in a positive way, although there weren't many clear chances.

The best chance for Arsenal in the first-half fell to Aubameyang, who attempted an ambitious volley from just inside the area, but his effort flew over the bar, with the ball at an awkward height.

For City, Gabriel Jesus was thwarted by great goalkeeping from Bernd Leno, after the Brazilian wriggled past Chambers in the box. Arsenal got the first goal of the match, with Ozil threading a pass into Aubameyang, who took a touch and powered an effort past Ederson to make it 1-0.

Cue the celebrations.

But, the celebrations would be short-lived as Kevin De Bruyne struck back for City just minutes after the opener. The Belgian was at the end of a lovely team move featuring Sterling, Rodri, and Gundogan, with the ball finally reaching the midfielder in the box, who stroked his finish past Leno.

De Bruyne ran straight to Guardiola to celebrate.

With City in the ascendancy and pushing for a winner, the Gunners struck again against the run of play, with Ozil doing the damage. In a fast counter-attack featuring Martnelli and Aubameyang, the ball found its way to Ozil on the right of the box, who danced past Otamendi before shooting from an ultra-tight angle, the German's effort rebounded off Ederson and into the City goal to make it 2-1 on the night.

But, City wasn't to be denied.

With just five minutes remaining, a magical pass from De Bruyne put Gabriel Jesus through on goal and the Brazilian wasn't going to miss this time.

Jesus broke out the famous celebration.

A really epic encounter at the Emirates

Full-time score: Arsenal 2-2 Manchester City

Here are the full-time match stats.

Arsenal's best player was Mesut Ozil, who scored and got an assist, although his goal was actually credited as an Ederson's own goal. This FIFA 20 simulation predicts that fans can expect a goal-fest at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, with Arsenal taking a point off Manchester City.

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What Rafa Benitez has said about a Premier League return amid links to Arsenal and West Ham?

Both Arsenal and West Ham have been linked with Benitez in recent weeks Rafa Benitez has ruled a return to the Premier League in the immediate but has admitted he would one day like to return.

Both Arsenal and West Ham have been linked with Benitez in recent weeks, with the Gunners looking for a new boss after sacking Unai Emery at the end of November. Football fanatics from all over the world can buy Premier League Tickets online to enjoy its stunning performances.

While Manuel Pellegrini is under increasing pressure at West Ham following a poor run of domestic form, although their win over Chelsea has last weekend has appeared to bring him more time to turn things around.

And Benitez, who is currently managing Dalian Yifang in the Chinese Super League, has revealed there is no chance he will return to England until his current contract expires.

“In the future, I would like to come back to the Premier League because I like the league but at the moment, I can be very clear, there is no chance that I will come back now because I’m really happy, really pleased, they trust me and we have a lot of staff working in a big, big project," the Spaniard told Monday Night Football.

“People will say that the league is different and yes, it is another level, but Wanda, who is behind Dalian Yifang, is a massive company and they want to change everything.

"They want to create a structure. We are in charge of kids from six-years-old until the first-team.

"We want to leave a legacy so it is a challenge for me. I am learning a lot and it is a great experience. I’m quite happy at the moment."

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Chelsea's £100m deal, Spurs scout Dzeko - Premier League rumours

We are now just a few weeks away from the January transfer window opening for business, with clubs in the Premier League likely to splash the cash on improving their squads.

Fierce battles have emerged across the division already this season and signing players in January could be decisive in clubs achieving their goals towards the end of the campaign. Football fanatics from all over the world can buy Premier League Tickets online to enjoy its stunning performances.

As such, plenty of rumours are already floating around as the clubs plot their activity for the January window and we have gathered some of the latest snippets below.

Arteta facing 'Apprentice-style' Arsenal interview

Mikel Arteta will have to go through an Apprentice-style interview if he is to become Arsenal’s next manager.

The Gunners are searching for a new head coach after sacking Unai Emery at the end of November.

And according to The Telegraph, the Spaniard as their preferred man to take charge at the Emirates but will face a grueling interview process with the club’s executives.

Spurs 'scout' Dzeko

Jose Mourinho has reportedly ordered Spurs’ scouts to give him the lowdown on Edin Dzeko.

Mourinho is believed, according to the Mirror, to have sent one of the club’s senior scouts to Italy last week to watch the Roma man in action.

Mourinho has identified the former Manchester City forward as someone who can take the load off Harry Kane’s shoulders.

Chelsea enter race for Sancho

Manchester United is facing a battle with Chelsea in their bid to land Borussia Dortmund’s Jadon Sancho.

According to a report in the Daily Mail, Chelsea is weighing up a £100million bid for the Manchester City man, who is being widely tipped to return to England next summer.

The 19-year-old is believed to be top of the Red Devils’ shopping list, but Frank Lampard’s side, who learned this week they are free to sign players in January, could pip their arch-rivals to the winger’s signature.

Newcastle eye Bowen swoop

Newcastle is planning to make a January swoop for Jarrod Bowen.

That is according to The Telegraph, which also claims that Hull winger is among those being looked at by manager Steve Bruce.

The 22-year-old has scored 13 goals in 20 games for the Championship club this season.

James set for new Chelsea deal

Chelsea defender Reece James is set to be rewarded with a new deal at the club.

The 19-year-old’s current deal runs until 2022, but according to the Mirror, he will be given improved terms to bring him closer into line with the club’s first-team stars.

James, who spent last season on loan at Wigan in the Championship, has made 14 appearances for Frank Lampard’s side this season.

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Bournemouth boss Eddie Howe delivers a strong response to links with Arsenal, Everton and West Ham

Eddie Howe insists he is 100 percent committed to Bournemouth, despite being linked with the vacancies at Arsenal and Everton. The Bournemouth boss has been widely praised for the job he has done on the south coast, having led the Cherries into the Premier League and established them in the top flight in recent seasons. Football fanatics from all over the world can buy Premier League Tickets online to enjoy its stunning performances.

He has previously been linked with several clubs, but with Arsenal and Everton both searching for new managers following the departures of Unai Emery and Marco Silva respectively, Howe has been reported as a potential candidate. Howe has also recently been linked with West Ham, amid pressure on Manuel Pellegrini following a poor run of recent form.

But the Bournemouth boss insists that he is going nowhere, with the Cherries looking to arrest a recent slump that has seen them lose their last four games in the top flight. Speaking to BBC Solent Sport, Howe said he is 100 percent committed to Bournemouth and finds the speculation linking him to other jobs extremely disrespectful to everyone at the club, particularly given the moment the Cherries are in.

Meanwhile, he spoke about Everton's decision to sack Marco Silva, with Howe one of the favorites to succeed him at Goodison Park.

"First of all, I am very disappointed with Marco.

"Secondly, I am 100 percent committed to this club and I am a little bit embarrassed with the speculation if I am honest after our recent run of results."

Bournemouth faces Premier League leaders Liverpool at the Vitality Stadium tomorrow Saturday, with Howe admitting that he is up for the challenge as he called for a fight from his players.

"We're in a tough spot in a tough, tough league," he said, speaking at his pre-match press conference.

"But these challenges inspire me, we need to show the unity and the fight for the challenge and that's what I'm telling my players.

"The margins are very fine as the league is as tight as it always is. As a team you scrap for everything, we have to play like our lives depend on it."

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Premier League: Torreira, Bellerin, Holding and Ceballos - Latest Arsenal injury news and expected return dates

Arsenal head coach Unai Emery is under serious pressure following Saturday's 2-2 draw against Southampton. The result leaves the Gunners seventh in the Premier League table, eight points adrift of the top four.

Not since beating Vitoria 3-2 has the north London outfit won a game across any competition and this poor run form has caused unrest among supporters, with many calling for a managerial change to be made at the club, ahead of the trip to Norwich City at the weekend. Football fanatics from all over the world can buy Premier League Tickets online to enjoy its stunning performances.

But before the game at Carrow Road, Arsenal welcomes Eintracht Frankfurt to the Emirates as they bid to seal a place in the knockout stages of the Europa League as group winners. Victory will get the job done, although in order to do so Emery could do with a fully fit squad to choose from. With that said, take a look at the latest Arsenal injury news from London Colney.

Dani Ceballos

The midfielder was substituted early in the second half of the Europa League clash against Vitoria before the international break with an injury problem.

Ceballos pulled up with what looked like a hamstring problem while closing down an opponent and was replaced by Matteo Guendouzi in the 54th minute, despite appearing to want to continue.

The Spanish international missed both the trip to Leicester and his country's games over the international break, and Arsenal has revealed that the midfielder could be out of action for a bit longer yet.

An update claimed that Ceballos will return to training in mid-December meaning that the midfielder could miss as many as the five next Arsenal matches.

Sead Kolasinac

The Bosnian returned from international action last week with a tight left hamstring and was only named on the bench against Southampton.

Emile Smith Rowe

It's been an injury-hit season for the attacking midfielder thus far and he suffered a setback prior to the Europa League tie against Vitoria and was left out of the traveling squad.

football.london reported this was simply a precaution due to a tight calf muscle and that the injury is not a serious problem.

The teenager wasn't named in the squad to face Southampton, but is back to full fitness and should be in contention for the Eintracht Frankfurt clash on Thursday.

Hector Bellerin and Lucas Torreira were both substituted against Southampton, but it understood both changes were tactical decisions by Unai Emery. Meanwhile, Premier Injuries have Rob Holding and Bukayo Saka - neither involved against the Saints - rated at 50/50 to feature on Thursday because of knee problems.

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