Arsenal vs Man City LIVE: Saka a huge doubt as title rivals meet in massive early-season Premier League clash – kick-off time, team news and how to follow

Arsenal welcome Manchester City to the Emirates this weekend for a blockbuster Premier League clash between the title rivals.

The Gunners topped the league for the majority of last year, but couldn’t stop the Citizens from winning their third consecutive title.

Arsenal were beaten for the first time this season on Tuesday

City lost 2-1 to Wolves to end their perfect start

Mikel Arteta’s men had continued their good form and were unbeaten in all competitions until Tuesday evening when they lost 2-1 to Lens in the Champions League.

Meanwhile, City had won their first six Premier League matches, but were then beaten 2-1 by Wolves last time out to end their 100 per cent record.

As you would expect, Pep Guardiola’s men had all of the possession but struggled to create too many clear chances.

Things are now all set up for an absolute thriller at the Emirates that could go a long way in deciding who lifts the title at the end of the year.

Arsenal vs Man City: Date and how to follow

This Premier League clash is set to take place on Sunday, October 8.

Kick-off at the Emirates is scheduled for 4:30pm.

The match will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League.

Sky Go customers will be able to stream the match through their laptops or mobile devices.

Alternatively, fans can purchase a one-day NOW TV membership for £11.98 or a monthly one for £34.99 a month.

talkSPORT will have regular updates throughout the afternoon and talkSPORT.com will have a live blog to keep you up to date.

To tune in to talkSPORT or talkSPORT 2 through the website, click HERE for the live stream.

You can also listen via the talkSPORT app, on DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM

Arteta is determined to take Arsenal one step further than last year

Arsenal vs Man City: Team news

Bukayo Saka is now a huge doubt for this huge clash.

Saka was substituted with a knock during the Gunners’ defeat to Lens in the Champions League and could now be sidelined.

The Gunners will be already without Jurrien Timber, as he continues to recover from an ACL sustained on the opening day.

Gabriel Martinelli is also likely to miss out with a hamstring injury.

However, Mohamed Elneny and Thomas Partey will both be back.

Meanwhile, City will be without Rodri, as he serves the final game of his three-match ban after being sent off against Nottingham Forest.

Kevin De Bruyne remains out, but John Stones and Bernardo Silva should be fit.

Rodri will play no part in this massive match

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Arsenal vs Man City: What has been said?

Arteta gave an update on Saka’s injury on Tuesday.

He revealed: “It was an action. It was a backheel and he felt something on this specific action.

“He was too uncomfortable to continue.”

The Arsenal boss was also asked if he knew how serious it was, to which he shook his head in reply.

Arteta is also reported to have told the media: “It doesn’t look good.”

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