CITY ON THE BRINK OF NEW DOMINANCE

Guardiola’s men will seal a historic fourth straight EPL title with win over Hammers

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At the end of the day, it all comes down to this the final round of fixtures on May 19 that will decide whether Manchester City win a historic fourth successive English Premier League title, or Arsenal clinch their first since the 2003-04 season.

Pep Guardiola's all-conquering City go into the last day of the season with a two-point lead over second-placed Arsenal (86), thanks to an eight-game winning streak.

City, who host West Ham United knowing that a win will seal the title, are the hot favourites to set a new standard for dominance in English football.

Arsenal, at home to Everton in their final game, have been near flawless themselves in 2024, with 15 wins and one draw - 0-0 away to City in 17 league matches.

However, the Gunners' costly 2-0 defeat against Aston Villa in April looks set to be decisive in a thrilling title race that also involved Liverpool until their recent stumbles.

And not for the first time, City have been at their relentless best in the intense heat of the run-in.

Guardiola's men have dropped just six points since late December, in draws against Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal.