Hello and welcome to LIVE updates of the Premier League clash between Arsenal and Manchester City. Pep Guardiola's champions come into this contest in third place and a massive 17 points adrift of leaders Liverpool. Can they pick up a much-needed victory or will caretaker boss, Freddie Ljungberg help the Gunners spring a major surprise? Kick off 16:30 GMT.
Premier League / Matchday 17
Emirates Stadium / 15.12.2019
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- K. De Bruyne(2', 40')
- R. Sterling(15')
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Updated 15/12/2019 at 18:21 GMT
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VIDEO: Sterling snares the second.
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Guendouzi arrives on cue on the edge of area but sees his shot well blocked. It's a nervy minute for the visitors, but their defence eventually stands firm.
25'
#DeBruyneStats
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De Bruyne leads a City counter. He's on the halfway line but Arsenal still look concerned. In the end it takes four to halt him!
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STAT: Arsenal have won 10 points from losing positions in the Premier League this season and no other side has earned more. It's a tall order from here this evening, though.
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Fernandinho booked.
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Yellow card
Fernandinho
Manchester City
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Fouls1
15'
GOAL! This time KDB turns provider as he plays a one-two with Jesus before firing a low ball to the far post for Sterling to tap home.
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Goal
R. Sterling
Manchester City
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On target1
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Arsenal have looked capable of causing City problems, but also seem too open at the back. Its making for a decent spectacle so far.
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VIDEO: KDB makes it look easy.
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Ederson called into action once again after more dangerous play by Martinelli down the left. Pepe follows up but sees his driven shot blocked to safety.
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STAT: City have scored for a 20th consecutive PL away match, which equals their own club record set in March 2015.
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Within the space of seconds Arsenal went from some instant optimism to a feeling of dread. Martinelli showing why he's exciting so many Gooners, while at the other end KDB demonstrated his sheer brilliance.
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STAT: Arsenal have conceded the opening goal in a sixth successive Premier League match for the first time.
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GOAL! City take the early lead. Jesus cuts it back from the left for De Bruyne who guides a rising shot into the roof of the net. It's a tricky first-time finish, but the Belgian achieves the desired result with aplomb.
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Goal
K. De Bruyne
Manchester City
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Almost a stunning start fro the hosts. Martinelli wreaks havoc chasing a long ball as he powers beyond two before seeing a shot from the left of the area well saved.
1st Half
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KICK OFF! Man City get us underway.