Newcastle boss Alan Pardew says he’s made up with Manchester City counterpart Manuel Pellegrini after a touchline clash during their 2-0 defeat to the Premier League leaders.
It wasn’t a happy day for Pardew, as his team had a long-range goal from Cheick Tiote ruled out, with the match officials claiming the ball deflected off a player who was in an offside position. Pardew’s said sorry for using foul language towards his City counterpart.
For City, Samir Nasri could be out for the season after picking up an injury that game. The former Arsenal man damaged his cruciate ligaments; the playmaker has scored 5 goals in 28 games this season.
Liverpool boss Brendan Rodgers says his team have to be considered as title contenders. They triumphed 5-3 in a thrilling game at Stoke and are now are 5 points off the top of the table.
Tonight Arsenal travel to Aston Villa, kick off is at 8.