Pep Guardiola watched his side go top of the Premier league
(Picture: Getty Images)Pep Guardiola admitted he would have one eye on Arsenal’s game with Liverpool after Manchester City went top of the Premier League.
The champions lead the way after a routine 4-0 win over Southampton on Saturday, with Erling Haaland scoring his 15th League goal in just nine games for the club.
Joao Cancelo, Phil Foden and Riyad Mahrez were also on the scoresheet during yet another big City win, although their time at the top could be brief.
Arsenal trial by only two points having played a game less and could overtake City with a win over Jurgen Klopp’s side on Sunday.
Speaking to BBC Sport after City’s win, Guardiola said: “The result is good, we play quite good. We struggled to break their high pressing. Last season we suffered a lot against them but today we were much better.
"Some players were not at their best but we create a lot of chances. We were solid. It was a good game.
"For a long time Phil Foden is playing really good. The impact from him is great.
"Erling Haaland had the chances again. He scored a brilliant goal. It’s an incredible weapon for us, a big threat. I am so satisfied.
"We will see the result from Arsenal and Liverpool, always in Premier League there are good games.
"Being close to the top of the league is important going into the World Cup."
