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Arsenal’s turbulent week ended in more misery as Manchester City sent them to a fifth league defeat of the season.

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The Gunners, who dropped skipper William Gallas after his midweek outburst, looked to be in freefall.

Stephen Ireland clipped in City’s first after Gael Clichy sliced a clearance, and Robinho doubled the lead when he superbly chipped Manuel Almunia.

Robinho had a shot cleared off the line before Daniel Sturridge scored with a penalty after he had been fouled.

Arsenal’s build-up to the match was blighted by Gallas’ public claims that his team lacks spirit and togetherness, while City had won only once in five league games.

Gallas paid a heavy price for his comments, but his absence at the heart of the defence also cost the Gunners as they imploded for City’s opener.

LAST SEASON’S CORRESPONDING GAME

Manchester City 1-3 Arsenal

2 February 2008 – Ref: Andre Marriner
Man City scorer: Gelson 28
Arsenal scorers: Adebayor 9, Eduardo 26, Adebayor 88