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The Digest:

Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola has urged his team to maintain their intensity and fight in the Premier League title race after a 2-1 victory over Newcastle United cut Arsenal's lead to two points. Speaking to BBC Match of the Day, Guardiola said: "We saw today until the end of the season, this is how we need to play." Nico O'Reilly scored twice for City, with Lewis Hall netting for Newcastle. The result piles pressure on Arsenal ahead of Sunday's north London derby against Tottenham. Guardiola praised his side's performance, adding, "All the guys were really good. Really pleased with the performance. Now we deserve three more days off. Then another battle in Leeds." City's win ensures they capitalised on Arsenal's midweek draw at Wolves.

Key Points:
  • Guardiola's rallying call sets the tone for City's title chase.
  • The win demonstrates City's ability to capitalise on Arsenal's dropped points.
  • City gains momentum, while Arsenal faces a must-win derby to maintain its cushion.
  • This signals the relentless pressure City will apply in the run-in.
  • The timing, ahead of the Leeds clash, keeps focus on the next battle.
Guardiola demands intensity as Man City close gap on Arsenal to two points with 2-1 win over Newcastle, piling pressure on Gunners before derby.

Sources: BBC Match of the Day, Sky Sports