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Pulis: Man City's 'leg-beaters' could decide Arsenal clash

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Tony Pulis believes Manchester City's new signings could be the difference in Sunday's crucial Premier League clash against Arsenal. The former manager highlights how Antoine Semenyo, Jeremy Doku, and Rayan Cherki provide City with pace and skill that Arsenal must handle.

Pulis explains that these 'leg-beaters' - his term for fast, skilful wide players - have revitalised City since their January arrivals. He notes that City have regained their 'X-factor' and are 'frightening teams again' with their ability to take opponents out of games through one-on-one situations. The 26-year-old Semenyo, who joined for £65m from Bournemouth, has already scored eight goals in 19 games.

With Arsenal holding a six-point lead but struggling for form, Pulis suggests the title could hinge on this match. He believes City should get the ball to their dangerous wide players quickly, while Arsenal's full-backs will need to be at their best. The former manager also discusses tactical approaches, suggesting both teams might press high to disrupt build-up play, despite the risks involved.