Arsenal are back in Womens Super League (WSL) action this weekend with a trip to face Manchester City at the Joie Stadium.
Last time out, Renee Slegers side were narrowly beaten by league leaders Chelsea at Stamford Bridge after Kim Little conceded a late penalty, which was expertly converted by Guro Reiten. The result meant Chelsea extended their lead at the top of the standings and are now the firm favourites to lift the trophy in May.
That being said, this weekend Arsenal have an opportunity to increase their chances of qualifying for next seasons Champions League with a win against City. Manchester United are now second in the table, followed by City and Arsenal.
Here, 90min have previewed the big game in the WSL this weekend as the Gunners make the trip up north
What time does Manchester City vs Arsenal kick off?
- Location: Manchester, England
- Stadium: Joie Stadium
- Date: Sunday 2 February
- Kick-off time: 12:00 GMT / 7:00 ET / 4:00 PT
Manchester City vs Arsenal H2H record
- Manchester City: 14 wins
- Arsenal: 14 wins
- Draws: 3
- Last meeting:Arsenal 2-2 Manchester City (22 September 2024) - WSL
Current form (all competitions)
Manchester City | Arsenal |
|---|---|
Aston Villa 2-4 Manchester City - 25/01/25 | Arsenal 5-0 Bristol City - 29/01/25 |
Manchester United 1-2 Manchester City - 22/01/25 | Chelsea 1-0 Arsenal - 26/01/25 |
Manchester City 2-4 Manchester United - 29/01/25 | Brighton 0-4 Arsenal - 22/01/25 |
Manchester City 3-0 Ipswich Town - 12/01/25 | Arsenal 5-0 Crystal Palace - 19/01/25 |
Barcelona 3-0 Manchester City - 18/12/24 | Arsenal 3-2 Bayern Munich - 18/12/24 |
How to watch Manchester City vs Arsenal on TV - UK & US
Country | TV channel/livestream |
|---|---|
United Kingdom | Sky Showcase, Sky Sports Football, Sky Sports Main Event, Now TV |
USA | ESPN+ |
Manchester City team news
Gareth Taylors side have suffered a number of injuries to key players this season which undoubtedly contributed to their dip in form. City remain without Alex Greenwood and Lauren Hemp, who suffered the more serious injuries towards the end of last year.
Khadija Shaw was back in the squad to face Aston Villa last weekend and came on as a second half substitute. Given her recent return to fitness and Vivianne Miedemas goal scoring form, Taylor may look to use the Jamaica international from the bench again in a bid to ease her back in.
January signing Kerolin made her City debut last week against Aston Villa as she replaced Aoba Fujino in the second half. It remains to be seen whether the manager deems the Brazilian ready to start, or whether shell be a threat from the bench. Chloe Kelly is still absent amidst the uncertainty around her future, although Taylor stated it was due to injury as opposed to an imminent move.
Khiara Keating suffered a blow in the League Cup quarter-final win over Manchester United last week and wasn't between the sticks against Villa. Japan international Ayaka Yamashita was called upon and that could be the case again this weekend if Keating isn't quite ready.
Manchester City predicted lineup vs Arsenal
Manchester City predicted lineup vs Arsenal (4-3-3): Yamashita; Casparij, Aleixandri, Knaak, Ouahabi; Hasegawa, Roord, Park; Fowler, Miedema, Fujino
Arsenal team news
The big blow for Arsenal this weekend is they will be without defender Katie McCabe following her sending off at Chelsea. There was some confusion over whether it was a straight red card or two yellow cards, but it has since been confirmed she will serve a two-match suspension due to the use of foul and abusive language.
Caitlin Foord was withdrawn early from the game against Chelsea and Slegers confirmed post-match this was due to injury. It remains to be seen whether that impacts her availability this weekend.
Arsenal are still without long-term absentees Victoria Pelova and Amanda Ilestedt, while Lina Hurtig is also sidelined.
Arsenal predicted lineup vs Manchester City
Arsenal predicted lineup vs Manchester City (4-2-3-1): Van Domselaar, Fox, Williamson, Wubben-Moy, Catley; Little, Cooney-Cross; Mead, Caldentey, Maanum; Russo
Manchester City vs Arsenal score prediction
Arsenal will feel wounded after last weeks defeat, especially given the manner in which they lost the game. It is for that reason they will be fired up and determined to put things right on Sunday.
City, on the other hand, have had a mixed bag of form in recent times, but did get the win over Aston Villa last week. It will be a tight, nervy game but Arsenal should just about come out on top.
Prediction: Manchester City 1-2 Arsenal
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