Faltering City and Arsenal look to gain foothold in title race

Manchester City and Arsenal have led the way in the last two Premier League title races but both teams have hit a slump heading into the weekend when their squad depth will be put to the test as they aim to reel in leaders Liverpool.

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal have looked flat in recent outings and two straight 1-0 losses away at Newcastle United and Inter Milan have left the club fifth in the Premier League and 12th in the Champions League respectively.

Although they will be glad...