It is a barometer of progress. Unai Emery's Arsenal bow was against Manchester City. Six months after City cruised to a 2-0 victory, they meet again at the Etihad Stadium tomorrow.
While the champions' title chances were dented by Tuesday's 2-1 defeat by Newcastle United, the burden of proof lies with the visitors.
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