How to watch Man City vs Arsenal - TV channel, live stream and kick-off time

Arsenal host Manchester City in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon and here is all the key information you need to know ahead of the game

Arsenal are set to welcome Premier League rivals Manchester City to the Emirates Stadium this Sunday, in a match that holds significant implications for both teams.

Pep Guardiola's squad has had an up-and-down start to the season. Two victories and two defeats have placed them mid-table, alongside teams like Sunderland, Crystal Palace, and Newcastle.

On the other hand, Mikel Arteta's Arsenal are sitting in second place - a familiar position for the Gunners - after securing three wins and suffering one loss, putting them within striking distance of league leaders Liverpool.

The two rivals have had numerous clashes over the years, with City often pipping Arsenal to the top-flight title. This year, however, Arteta is currently five places above Guardiola, but a victory for City would see them level on points with the Gunners.

Both teams are full of confidence after comfortable 2-0 wins in the Champions League, as City defeated Napoli during Kevin De Bruyne's homecoming match at the Etihad Stadium on Thursday.

Now, all eyes will be on the upcoming Premier League showdown, and Manchester Evening News has all the details you need to tune into this highly anticipated match on Sunday afternoon.

When does Arsenal vs Man City kick off?

Arsenal vs. Manchester City's match is scheduled for Sunday, 21 September 2025, kicking off at 4.30pm. The game will be held at Arsenal's home ground, the Emirates Stadium in north London.

Where can I watch Arsenal vs Man City?

The highly anticipated match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports in the UK, with coverage on two channels: Sky Sports Main Event and Premier League.

NOW TV will also provide live streaming of the game on their platform, offering a day pass for £14.99 to customers. Highlights from the Arsenal vs City match will be accessible on the Sky Sports Premier League YouTube channel.

BBC One's Match of the Day will feature the best moments from the game, along with other Premier League matches from the weekend, starting at 10.30pm on Sunday night.

What's the team news for Arsenal vs Man City?

City could see the return of John Stones to the team, who trained ahead of their 2-0 triumph over Napoli but didn't make the squad. Rodri was subbed off early in the Napoli match without any injury worries, indicating he should be ready for the trip to Arsenal.

Rayan Cherki and Omar Marmoush are both ruled out, along with midfielder Mateo Kovacic, who remains sidelined following a heel operation.

On the other hand, Arsenal are awaiting updates on the fitness of Bukayo Saka, Ben White and captain Martin Odegaard, who all sat out the midweek Champions League victory. Saka hasn't featured in the matchday squad since suffering a hamstring injury during the Leeds United match.

Gabriel Jesus and Kai Havertz continue to be sidelined for the Gunners, but William Saliba might have a chance to reclaim his starting position from Cristhian Mosquera after recovering from an ankle problem sustained against Liverpool earlier this season.