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Manchester City vs Arsenal LIVE: Bukayo Saka out for the 2025-26 Premier League Matchday 33!

Manchester City and Arsenal are set for a high-stakes collision on Matchday 33 of the 2025-26 Premier League, with Bukayo Saka's absence confirmed. Follow every pivotal moment and all the late-game drama with our comprehensive live-blog coverage.

Erling Haaland of Manchester City and Declan Rice of Arsenal.
© Michael Regan and Mike Hewitt/Getty ImagesErling Haaland of Manchester City and Declan Rice of Arsenal.

Manchester City and Arsenal are set to collide in a pivotal Matchday 33 showdown with Bukayo Saka’s absence confirmed, and the 2025-26 Premier League title hanging in the balance. Both sides enter this high-stakes fixture knowing that a victory is essential to keep their championship aspirations alive as the season nears its dramatic conclusion.

With only a razor-thin margin separating them in the standings, City and Arsenal face off in a direct battle for domestic supremacy. Following a dominant campaign, the Gunners have recently dropped crucial points, making today’s result a non-negotiable must-win as the Citizens look to close the gap for first place.

Follow all the action, key highlights, and every goal as it happens with our live-blog coverage here on Bolavip US.

Why is Bukayo Saka not playing today vs Manchester City?

Bukayo Saka won’t be playing for Arsenal in their game against Manchester City due to injury. He adds another game in which he will not be able for the Gunners this season.

Gunners' scenarios against Manchester City

While several scenarios could unfold in Arsenal’s high-stakes clash with Manchester City today, a victory is essential if the Gunners want to maintain control of their own destiny. Securing three points at the Etihad is the only way to ensure they aren't relying on outside results during the final stretch of the Premier League title race.

Arsenal lineup

Arsenal starting XI: David Raya; Cristian Mosquera, William Saliba, Gabriel, Piero Hincapie; Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard, Martin Zubimendi; Noni Madueke, Eberechi Eze, Kai Havertz.

Manchester City lineup

Manchester City starting XI: Gianluigi Donnarumma; Matheus Nunes, Marc Guehi, Abdukodir Khusanov, Nico O'Reilly; Bernardo Silva, Rodri, Ryan Cherki; Antoine Semenyo, Jeremy Doku, Erling Haaland.

Today's referees

Anthony Taylor has been appointed to officiate the clash between Manchester City and Arsenal. He will be joined on the field by Gary Beswick and Ian Hussin, who are set to serve as the assistant referees.

Full officiating team:

  • Referee: Anthony Taylor
  • Assistant Referees: Gary Beswick and Ian Hussin
  • Fourth Official: Paul Tierney
  • VAR: John Brooks
  • Assistant VAR: Stuart Burt

Kickoff time and where to watch

Manchester City vs Arsenal will get underway at the Etihad Stadium at 11:30 AM (ET).

DirecTV Stream will be the one of the options to watch Manchester City vs Arsenal in the USA. Other options: Sling Blue, Hulu + Live TV, NBC and Telemundo.

Manchester City and Arsenal clash at Premier League Matchday 33

Welcome to our live blog of the Premier League! Manchester City host Arsenal at the Etihad Stadium, with both teams looking for a win that help them to lift the trophy at the end of the season.

Stay with us for all the action and minute-by-minute updates of this exciting game!

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