Manchester City failed to break down a determined Arsenal as a highly-anticipated clash at the top of the Premier League ended in a 0-0 draw at the Etihad Stadium on Sunday.

A share of the spoils preserves City's unbeaten home run stretching back to November 2022 and ends Arsenal's eight-match winning run in the Premier League.

But the Gunners were happier with a point as they prevented Pep Guardiola's men from scoring at the Etihad for the first time in two years.

"Defensively we were outstanding," said Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta.

"The next step is with the ball to have more composure to attack better. They are the best team in the world by far, best manager by far, and we have to catch up. That's the challenge for us."

The result gave Liverpool the advantage in the title race as they beat Brighton 2-1 to go top, two points ahead of Arsenal and three clear of City with nine games to play.

Guardiola said Liverpool were now "favourites" to win the title in Jurgen Klopp's final season at Anfield. (AFP)