Following Manchester City's 3-0 victory over Chelsea, Jeremy Doku sent a clear message to league leaders Arsenal, stating that the title race has officially begun. With City now six points behind Arsenal and having a game in hand, the stage is set for a thrilling showdown between the two teams next weekend.
Doku, who scored his first goal since November, expressed his confidence in City's chances, saying, 'I would be crazy if I didn't believe. I believe the race is on.' He also warned Arsenal that City are ready for the challenge, saying, 'They will come with hunger. They don't want to just give it to us, so we have to go and take it.' Meanwhile, City manager Pep Guardiola reflected on the team's recent successes, including their Carabao Cup win over Arsenal, and acknowledged that his side is no longer considered the underdog. Guardiola expressed his respect for Arsenal, stating, 'They have been the best team in this country, in Europe, so far.
Beating Arsenal once is so difficult, imagine beating them twice in a few weeks.' With City's destiny now in their own hands, the team is focused on recovery and preparation for the upcoming match against Arsenal.