Arsenal and Man City's next five Premier League fixtures compared after huge title twist

Arsenal have clinched a significant Premier League title advantage following victory over Brighton whilst Manchester City surrendered points to Nottingham Forest. Bukayo Saka's early goal delivered the Gunners another crucial three points whilst Pep Guardiola's team drew 2-2 at home to Forest.

Antoine Semenyo scored the opening goal for City but Morgan Gibbs-White levelled proceedings. Rodri then put City back in front only for Elliot Anderson to equalise again and help Forest pick up a hugely important point.

Over 250 miles away, a very different game transpired as Arsenal defended resolutely and kept yet another clean sheet. City meanwhile surrendered their advantage on two occasions to drop points and permit Arsenal to stretch their lead at the summit to seven.

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With all of that considered,

has conducted a comprehensive examination of the forthcoming fixtures for the two championship contenders.

Arsenal's next five Premier League fixtures

Everton (H) - March 14.

Bournemouth (H) - April 11.

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Man City (A) - April 19.

Newcastle (H) - April 25.

Fulham (H) - May 2/3

Verdict:

The FA Cup and Champions League are Arsenal's immediate priorities, but they return to Premier League action just under 10 days later with Everton visiting the Emirates Stadium.

Their away form has been spectacular but will face a stern examination against the league leaders. The Carabao Cup final and the last international break of the season means Arsenal's next league fixture is not until mid-April, with Bournemouth heading to north London.

The blockbuster showdown against Man City follows, with a victory not currently essential for Arsenal to maintain their grip on the title race.

The Gunners then return to home turf with Newcastle United heading south, before Fulham later take on Mikel Arteta's side.

Manchester City's next five Premier League fixtures

West Ham (A) - March 14.

Chelsea (A) - April 12.

Arsenal (H) - April 19.

Burnley (A) - April 26.

Everton (A) - May 2/3.

Verdict: Further dropped points from City are entirely conceivable over the coming weeks, with a resurgent West Ham United awaiting them this weekend at London Stadium.

A visit to Chelsea follows before the crunch encounter against Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium, a match they simply cannot afford to lose. Guardiola and his squad then travel to Burnley and Everton, with both sides struggling on home turf of late, making all six points an absolute necessity.