Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has told Arsenal to expect “a war” after last week’s fiery clash between the two Premier League title rivals. Guardiola has also called on opposite number Mikel Arteta to explain himself after cryptic comments about Man City claiming that he had “all the information” about the champions.

Arsenal wanted to provoke Manchester City into a war during last weekend's Premier League clash but the champions are ready for the challenge, City manager Pep Guardiola said on Friday.

Mikel Arteta is unfazed by people criticising Arsenal ’s tactics at Manchester City, insisting not changing their style would be as foolish as wearing shorts and flip flops in the rain. The Gunners have come under fire for the manner in which they secured a 2-2 draw at Etihad Stadium last weekend.