Arsenal/Machester City Next 5 EPL Games

Arsenal and Manchester City are locked in a battle for the 2025/2026 Premier League title with 13 games to go
The latter still has to bridge a six-point gap if they are to emerge victorious when the league ends on May 24
We compare their next five fixtures with Arsenal’s fixtures, looking harder on paper, with two London derbies coming up

Manchester City beat Liverpool on Sunday evening to send out another statement to Arsenal that they are in the title race for the long haul. One of Arsenal or Manchester City is touted to win the Premier League this season. Photo by Naomi Baker/Carl Recine. Source: Getty Images

One of Arsenal or Manchester City is touted to win the Premier League this season. Photo by Naomi Baker/Carl Recine. Source: Getty Images

Pep Guardiola’s side had to do it the hard way, coming from a goal down on enemy territory, to complete a comeback and get maximum points. The result moved City to within six points of Arsenal, who thrashed Sunderland 3-0 on Saturday.

If it wasn’t clear already, it is becoming increasingly apparent that every game will now be hotly contested as Arsenal look to win their first trophy since 2024 while City look to reclaim the title they lost to Liverpool last season. Herein, we compare the next five games both sides have with their Etihad meeting in April on the horizon.

First up will be this week, when Arsenal travel away to play Brentford while Manchester City play Fulham at home. The Gunners won the reverse fixture while City beat Fulham 5-4 in a thriller at Craven Cottage. Afterwards, the league will take a break for the FA Cup, where Arsenal will play Wigan while City play Salford, giving both managers a chance to rotate their squads.

After the FA Cup, Arsenal will travel to bottom-placed club Wolves, a club they struggled to beat at the Emirates, while their rivals play Newcastle United at home. After Molineux, Arsenal will have back-to-back crucial London derbies, starting with a short trip to play Tottenham Hotspur before Chelsea come visiting at the Emirates.

During this time frame, Guardiola’s Sky Blues will have relegation-threatened clubs, Leeds United (A) and Nottingham Forrest (H). There is no doubt that the Gunners’ biggest test will be the London derbies, and should they come through unscathed, it will put them in a prime position for March fixtures.

Arsenal and Manchester City next 5 games compared

Arsenal

Brentford (a)
Wigan (h) – FA Cup
Wolves (a)
Spurs (a)
Chelsea (h)

Manchester City

Fulham (h)
Salford (h) – FA Cup
Newcastle (h)
Leeds (a)
Nottingham Forest (h)

“We still have to win so many games to achieve what we want. So, there’s no focus on that; that’s something else. We’ve done our job now, we’ve had what we have to do, so I assess that, try to improve it and get ready for Brentford,” said Arteta after beating Sunderland via the club’s website.

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Wizkid Slams Tuface Idibia Over Burna Boy’s Musical Global Success

Nigerian music superstar Wizkid publicly responded to comments made by legendary singer Tuface Idibia, popularly known as 2Baba, about Burna Boy’s global success.

The exchange has set social media on fire and sparked widespread debates among fans and followers.

2Baba Comments on Burna Boy’s International Success

In a recent interview, 2Baba stated: “Burna Boy is ahead of Wizkid and Davido in terms of global growth.”

The comment quickly went viral, igniting discussions across platforms and dividing opinions among fans of the top Afrobeats stars.

The statement was seen by many as a bold claim, prompting reactions from fans, critics, and fellow artists.

Wizkid Responds

Shortly after 2Baba’s interview gained traction, Wizkid took to Snapchat to respond.

He wrote: “At least make peace with your family first before having opinions about music. Old man, I’m never letting it slack in 2026.” @wizkidayo

The post immediately went viral, with fans and followers flooding social media with reactions ranging from support to criticism.

I’m Not Dating Asake-KWAM1’s Daughter, Dami Marshall

Dami Marshall, a daughter of Fuji maestro, King WasiAyinde Marshall, popularly known as KWAM 1 or K1 De Ultimate, has debunked rumours of a romantic relationship with singer Asake.

Dami and Asake recently sparked relationship rumours after she shared a picture of herself with the singer at an event with the caption, “Mr Money and Mrs Money.” She has now clarified that she and Asake are not dating.

She explained that the picture was from her first meeting with the singer.

“Guys, that was my first time meeting him [Asake], so I took a picture. Do not believe blogs, they can do anything for traffic,” Miss Marshall wrote on her Instagram page, shutting down the rumours.

Asake is not publicly known to be in any romantic relationship since breaking up with his Gambia girlfriend, Madame Mystique in 2014.

We Have To Beat Arsenal – Guardiola

Manchester City manager, Pep Guardiola, has hinted that their Premier League clash against Arsenal could decide the title winner of 2025-2026 English Premier League.

Guardiola was speaking after his team fought from a goal down to defeat Liverpool 2-1 on Sunday. The result ensured that City maintains the six-point gap between themselves and the Gunners.

Guardiola believes all they need to do is keep pace with Mikel Arteta’s men and wait for the league leaders to slip up.

“All we can do is breathe down the neck of Arsenal, being there, and try if they slip, if they make something [a mistake], use it,” he said.

“We have to play them [Arsenal] at home, so of course we have to beat them.”

‘I Had Made So Many Mistakes In The Past’ – 2Face

Nigerian musician Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face, has admitted that he made a lot of mistakes in the past both in his career and personal life.

Speaking in a snippet of the upcoming episode of the Mic On podcast, the music legend said he wish he could turn back the hand of time to make amends.

“There are so many things I wish I could rewind and do better. As a human being, there are times when you are overwhelmed or don’t make the best decisions. My thick-skin is weaker now,” he said

On his alleged altercation with his new wife, Natasha Osawaru, and subsequent arrest in London in October 2025, the African Queen crooner admitted that he was at fault.

“I was angry that day. It was an unfortunate incident,” the singer said

Nwabali’s Departure Is A Surprised- Chippa Coach

Chippa United head coach, Vusumizi Vilakazi has lamented Stanley Nwabali’s exit from the club as reported by Daily Post.

Nwabali announced his departure from the South African club this week.

The 29-year-old was on the books of the Chilli Boys for four years.

The shot stopper’s departure came as a surprise to many due to his status at the club.

Vilakazi declared that Nwabali’s departure is a big blow for his team.

“It is definitely a blow for us, considering what Stanley achieved in Morocco,” Vilakazi told Sportswire.

“Obviously, his decision and everything surrounding it did not involve me.”

Woman Returned From Abroad After 7 Years To Claim 3 Months Old Abandoned Baby

A woman’s emotional appeal to regain custody of her daughter has sparked intense debate on social media, following revelations about her decision to abandon the child years ago to travel abroad.

According to a viral account circulating online, the woman admitted she got married when she wasn’t ready and became pregnant within three months.

She later gave birth to a baby girl. Unknown to her husband and family at the time, she was secretly processing travel documents to relocate to Canada while still living in her matrimonial home.

Her visa was eventually approved, but the arrangement required her to travel alone. At that point, her baby was reportedly just three months old.

The woman went ahead with the journey, leaving the infant behind without informing her husband or relatives. It was gathered that no one in her family was aware she had travelled out of Nigeria.

Years later, the woman is said to be financially stable and doing well in Canada. In January, she returned to Nigeria with the intention of reconnecting with her daughter, who is now seven years old.

However, the child’s father allegedly refused to grant her access to the girl.

The situation reportedly escalated when the woman discovered that her husband had remarried without her consent and had also hidden the child from her.

Efforts to seek help from her own family were unsuccessful, as they allegedly declined to intervene

Now, the woman is said to be exploring legal options to reclaim custody of her daughter, with plans to take the child back to Canada.

Since her return to Nigeria, she has reportedly been unable to see or speak with the child.

The case has divided public opinion online. While some sympathised with her desire to reconnect with her daughter, others strongly criticised her actions.

One social media user openly supported the husband’s decision, accusing the woman of selfishness and abandonment.

“A baby you left at three months can also be left again,” the commenter wrote, arguing that the woman used her marriage to achieve her travel goals and failed in her responsibilities as a mother.

I Don’t Even Go To The Clubs These Days-Davido

Singer David Adeleke, aka Davido, has revealed that his priorities have evolved following his marriage to long-term partner, Chioma Adeleke.

Speaking in a recent episode of The Long Form podcast, Davido said he now prefers staying at home with his family or FaceTiming with his wife when he’s on trips, to going to club for leisure.

“Blowing up at a young age with freedom, power and money, I used to be very reckless. I used to go to the club everyday.

“But these days, I don’t even go to the clubs. I was in Nigeria for almost two months and I didn’t go out. I was just at home and I was having fun. I was just chilling in my studio, and inviting people to make barbecue for me. It was fun. And before you know it, it’s 3 am or 4:30 am. I just go home, call my wife, sleep off on FaceTime,” he expressed.

Davido, however, explained that he still goes out for gigs and honours party invitations from close people.

He added that he now prioritise sleep and family time over going out for fun

Genevieve and I Need Not To Be Best Friends- Omotola Jalade

Omotola Jalade, a famous Nigerian actress has addressed the alleged feud with her colleague, Genevieve Nnaji. Following a report from DAILY POST, it is widely believed that the movie stars were not in good terms.

However, addressing the popular assertion during an interview on Yanga FM, Omotola who clarified that they were never fighting, noted that “people don’t need to be best friends”however accusing fans of pitching them against each other, Omotola said, “Na them start the quarrel before we know say we dey quarrel. So, we have to catch up with the quarrel. There was no quarrel.”

The interviewer further asked: “Was there anything like say una been quarrel wey lasted for twenty years before EJ movie?”

Omotola replied: “People don’t need to be best friends, but we talked. Like behind film, we dey talk normally. You know the same thing that they do with all these music stars, na we dem take start all those things that time. Na we be the practice that time. You know all this Wizkid, Davido now that they have taken to different level, na we be the first one now. Really, na them start the quarrel before we know say we dey quarrel. So, we have to catch up with the quarrel. There was no quarrel.

“We were young, everybody dey do her own thing now.byou know how the industry is. You know, them go pitch you against this person, talk say na this one be the hottest girl, na that one be the hottest girl. So, those kind tension go dey normally, but people they read am as other things.”