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Paul Merson: My prediction for Manchester City v Arsenal clash
PAUL MERSON is backing Arsenal's trip to Manchester City to be a high-scoring win - but is unsure which side will take all three points.
Man City v Arsenal - Premier League match preview
The former Arsenal striker believes both the Gunners and Manchester City are capable of leaving the Etihad with a 3-0 win as a draw would benefit neither side in the title race.
Pep Guardiola's City host Arsenal on the back of a 2-0 win over Watford, while Arsene Wenger's men will be looking to make up for the midweek defeat to Everton.
Paul Merson expecting goals at the Etihad
City currently sit one point behind Arsenal, who trail Premier League leaders Chelsea by nine points after their win at Crystal Palace yesterday.
He told Sky Sports: "I cannot pick this one. It is so hard. A draw is no good for either side, really, and both have to go for it, which might mean they cancel each other out.
Arsene Wenger and Pep Guardiola go head-to-head at the Etihad
"Arsenal couldn't cope with the tempo of Everton on Tuesday night, but Man City won't play like that this weekend.
"It all depends what Pep Guardiola does. In the last big game, he changed his formation to match Chelsea and they had a enough chances to win that.
"Both teams are capable of winning this 3-0. I am sitting on the fence here."
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