Mikel Arteta has admitted that Arsenal struggled with Manchester City's superior physicality in their Premier League title clash last week.

The Gunners were thoroughly beaten by an in-form City side at the Etihad Stadium in a game many believe will go on to decide the fate of the league title this season. Goals from Erling Haaland, John Stones and a brace from Kevin De Bruyne proved to be the difference between the teams on the night.

Since then, City have overtaken Arsenal in the Premier League table thanks to a follow-up 2-1 win over Fulham, going two points clear having played one game less.