Liverpool, the reigning champions, are in dire need of points after five defeats in six Premier League matches when they host Nottingham Forest on Saturday. Manchester City, coached by Spanish manager Pep Guardiola, has the chance to reduce the gap to Arsenal to at least one point for 24 hours, should they win. City, sitting second, aims to keep the pressure on the 'Gunners' when they travel to Newcastle to conclude Saturday's fixtures. Arsenal seeks to solidify its top position and avoid dropping precious points in its quest for the title for the first time since 2004, when it faces its London neighbor Tottenham on Sunday in the 12th round of the English Premier League.
