Arsenal closed a five-game unbeaten run with their victory against Norwich on boxing day.

However, their most difficult hurdle would come against a very inform Manchester City side on the 1st of January.

Highlights on Arsenal's season

The Gunners endured the worst start in their existence this season. However, they have slowly begun to come up to speed with other top teams.

The first three games proved to be a disaster for Arsenal. As the failed to secure even a point. Losing all three of those figures.

However, fast forward to this time, the Gunners sit in the top four positions. Only behind league leaders Manchester City, Liverpool and Chelsea. What a turnaround.

What to expect from Arsenal

However, despite a great recovery, the Gunners have stumbled against the likes of Manchester United and Everton. Showing that they always find away to lose to big teams.

With these stats in mind, it makes it an interesting encounter to see how the Mikel Arteta-led side would fare against Manchester City.

Pep Guardiola has constantly kept the lads at Manchester City in check. Making sure their dedication and devotion is not in question.

Summary

With this in mind, one thing we can be sure is that the encounter would be an entertaining one.

Manchester City and Arsenal have been in scintillating form. Hence, we are sure the meeting would be full of fire works.