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Stuart Brennan

Manchester City player ratings vs Arsenal: Kevin De Bruyne world class and Rodri terrific

Ederson

Had to be lively in the opening minute, but after that it was all about secure handling - and a dodgy slice! 7

Kyle Walker

Stayed on top of Martinelli with a disciplined performance and added much-needed pace to the City defence. 7

Fernandinho

Defended admirably against quick opponents, and still imperiously creative, providing the pass which brought the first goal. 8

Nicolas Otamendi

Struggled in the first attack, but recovered well and did some sterling defensive work in and around the box. 7

Benjamin Mendy

Couple of sloppy moments, but the old Mendy was also on show here with some adventurous attacking and robust defending. 7

Rodri

Gave City a solid anchor, an ensured they maintained midfield control for most of the game - his short passing game is terrific. 8

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Ilkay Gundogan

So good in games like this, knocking the ball around, keeping possession and dragging opponents out of position. 8

Phil Foden

Had a hand in two of the goals and was bright enough, but hooked when Arsenal were threatening to get back in it. 7

Kevin De Bruyne

Denied a hat-trick to remember by a stunning save, and teed up Sterling for his goal - and he drove City forward time and time again. 10

Gabriel Jesus

Denied a goal by Leno's smothering save, but he did brilliantly to assist De Bruyne for the opener and worked hard as a sole front-runner. 7

Raheem Sterling

Now has 16 for the season but he was dominated by Kolasinac when on the right. Switched left and was more dangerous. 6

Subs

Bernardo Silva

(for Foden 56) Pep's game-killer. 7

Riyad Mahrez

(for Gundogan 70) went through motions. 6

Aleks Zinchenko

(for Mendy 85) A late cameo.

Not used: Bravo, Cancelo, Garcia, Angelino.

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