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Arsenal host Manchester City in epic title clash at the Emirates, but why is the game taking place during the Champions League last 16 and why are both teams doing UEFA a favour?

Premier League leaders Arsenal will host Pep Guardiola's Manchester City on Wednesday in a huge game for the title race - but many fans will be puzzled by the date of the clash.

The highly-anticipated showdown will take place during same evening as the Champions League last-16 stage - the same day as rivals Chelsea take on Borussia Dortmund while Scott Parker's Club Brugge host Benfica.

The game was originally due to take place on Wednesday, October 19, but due to a fixture pile-up, the teams have been forced to fit the crucial game into their schedules in midweek.