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The Emirates Stadium is the scene for undoubtedly the BIGGEST match of the EPL season so far, with Arsenal looking to extend their advantage at the summit to 6 points and City on a quest to leapfrog the Gunners on goal difference. Because of scheduling quirks, this is the first meeting between these sides in the league this season. City’s comfortable 3-1 win over Aston Villa has made the mood even more tense. Although the Gunners have a game in hand, this feels like a sliding doors moment in the title race. What are the major talking points ahead of kick-off? VAR controversy shrouds the Arsenal mood “Human error” meant offside lines weren’t drawn on Ivan Toney's equaliser for Brentford in the 1-1 draw at Emirates Stadium on Saturday. Whether or not Arsenal would have definitely won the game if that goal had been chalked off is impossible to prove, but it certainly adds a layer of frustration for Mikel Arteta and the Arsenal fans and players alike. The Bees certainly had their chanc...

Manchester United finished second in their Europa League group – despite finishing level with Real Sociedad on 15 points. But let’s start by looking at the hosts, Barcelona,who managed to win just two of their six champions League group games, recording one draw and three losses. As a result, the Spanish giants have dropped into the Europa League for the second season running – having failed to qualify for the UCLknockouts last term.Still, Barca are enjoying a remarkable domestic campaign. Having lost just one of their 21 La Liga matches, they sit 11 points clear of second-placed Real Madrid. Not only have Xavi’s men won each of their last 11 games in all competitions, but they have also won 15 of their previous 16.Needless to say, that is not good news for Man Utd. That said, Manchester United will be confident of getting something from the first leg after chalking up and impressive run of their own. The Red Devils have only lost one of their past 17 outings across all competitions, s...