While their title rivals were in league action, Manchester City booked their place in the FA Cup Final with a victory over Southampton at Wembley on Saturday.
The win ensures Pep Guardiola’s side remains on track for a domestic treble. City dominated the proceedings to stay on course for multiple trophies this season.
The distraction of cup football means City now trail Arsenal by three points in the league table, but they remain the mathematical favourites due to their extra fixture.
Guardiola warned his players that margins are very short as they balance the physical demands of three competitions in the closing weeks of the season.
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