Pep Guardiola is making sure everyone at Manchester City knows that their rivals — and he calls Arsenal their top throne challenger — are after what's theirs.

John Stones hit a stoppage-time equaliser as the champions snatched a 2-2 draw from an absorbing Premier League encounter at the Etihad Stadium.

Mikel Arteta has defended Arsenal’s defensive approach during their match against Manchester City, particularly after they went a man down. The Gunners had to execute a defensive masterclass in the second half after Leandro Trossard was sent off just before halftime.

Pep Guardiola says he will not waste energy on the Carabao Cup this season because his Manchester City squad cannot cope with the fixture schedule.

Matheus Nunes scored his first Manchester City goal in his 34th appearance as the hosts eased to a 2-1 victory over second-tier Watford to reach the fourth round of the League Cup on Tuesday. Jeremy Doku slotted in City's opener after five minutes and Nunes produced a clinical finish in the 38th minute to put Pep Guardiola's side in control at The Etihad.