Mikel Arteta has urged AFC Bournemouth to stay fully focused ahead of their crucial Premier League clash against Manchester City as the title race intensifies.

The Arsenal F.C. manager spoke while discussing the importance of every remaining fixture in the Premier League season, with Manchester City continuing to compete closely at the top of the table.

Arteta stressed that every team still has something to fight for at this stage of the campaign and warned that Bournemouth should not be underestimated despite City’s strong form.

According to him, matches late in the season often become unpredictable because clubs are battling for titles, European qualification, or survival points.

The Arsenal boss also acknowledged the pressure surrounding Manchester City’s fixtures as the title race enters its final stages, noting that consistency remains critical for all contenders.

Bournemouth have produced several competitive performances this season and could play an important role in shaping the outcome of the title race depending on results against top clubs.

Arteta’s comments come as Arsenal continue pushing to keep pace with Manchester City in one of the closest Premier League races in recent seasons.

Further attention will now shift to the Bournemouth versus Manchester City fixture as both teams prepare for the highly watched encounter.