Aside from needle surrounding Haaland, Gabriel and Arteta, this was the first time Arsenal have scored five against City since February 2003, and a fourth league game unbeaten for them against Guardiola’s side, after a run of 12 consecutive head-to-head defeats in the top flight.

Gabriel Magalhães appeared to celebrate Martin Ødegaard's opening goal by screaming in front of Erling Haaland's face Arsenal vs Manchester City.

Overcoming Liverpool's advantage atop the table won't be easy, but Sunday's display shows Gunners are up for the challenge