‘Tension’ in Premier League title race as Man City and Arsenal await rearranged fixtures
The Premier League has confirmed the rearranged fixtures for Manchester City, who will play four games in the last 12 days of the season. City is frustrated with the scheduling, particularly as they will face Crystal Palace and Bournemouth in quick succession after the FA Cup final. Meanwhile, Arsenal is monitoring the situation as they pursue their first Premier League title in 22 years.
- ▪Manchester City will host Crystal Palace on May 13 and travel to Bournemouth on May 19.
- ▪City's preference to swap the order of their postponed fixtures was rejected by the Premier League.
- ▪Arsenal has a lighter fixture schedule as they aim for the Premier League title.
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