Pep Guardiola has told elite soccer players that they are the only ones who can force change in the face of a growing dispute over the number of games they are being asked to play.

Man City will be looking to make it five wins from five in the Premier League this season when they face Arsenal, and Pep Guardiola says they have an advantage.

Manchester City boss Pep Guardiola is not viewing Sunday’s clash with Arsenal as the chance to lay down an early marker in the title race. The champions have the chance to open up a five-point lead over the Gunners,