Manchester City are now breathing down the necks of Premier League leaders Arsenal after a hard-fought 2-1 home win over Newcastle United reduced the gap to two points on Saturday, Reuters reported. 

Nico O'Reilly scored both City goals in the first half before a resolute defensive display after the break ensured Pep Guardiola's side bagged three vital points.

Not long ago, with City dropping points, it seemed Arsenal had a vice-like grip on the title race, according to Reuters.