Manchester City claimed an overwhelming 4-1 win over Premier League leaders Arsenal and strike a huge psychological blow in the title race at Etihad Stadium.

City can go top with victory at Fulham on Sunday while Arsenal must somehow pull out of a slump that has seen them go four league games without a win at a crucial stage of the season.

Other results from last night saw Chelsea lose their fifth successive game since the return of Frank Lampard as Brentford won 2-nil at Stamford Bridge to strengthen their position in the Premier League’s top 10.

Liverpool came from a goal down to win 2-1 at West Ham and boost their hopes of securing European football next season, while Nottingham Forest came from behind to beat Brighton 3-1, and climb out of the relegation zone with one point.