EPL: ‘Now we war’ – Guardiola fires back at Arteta, Arsenal

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola said he has been provoked into a more intense rivalry with Arsenal.

This follows their 2-2 draw in the Premier League at Etihad Stadium last weekend.

After the game, City’s duo of John Stones and Kyle Walker claimed the Gunners used the “dark arts” while trying to protect their 2-1 half-time lead.

Arsenal defender Gabriel also said they would be waiting for the champions’ visit to the Emirates.

Speaking on Friday, Guardiola said: “You want a war? Now we war.

“Gabriel said it perfectly in the press after the match, so this is a war.

“We have to provoke the opponent, to push them, and at the end, what can you do? You provoke me, OK, I’m there.”