Tim Spiers breaks down the big talking points from the weekend including Manchester City losing and Messi's MLS Cup exit

Manchester City and Arsenal have led the way in the last two Premier League title races but both teams have hit a slump heading into the weekend when their squad depth will be put to the test as they aim to reel in leaders Liverpool.

By Clare Lovell LONDON (Reuters) -Chelsea and Arsenal shared the spoils in a tense 1-1 battle at Stamford Bridge on Sunday, keeping the London sides level in the Premier League but still nine points adrift of leaders Liverpool.

Chelsea will look to end a five-game winless run against their London rivals Arsenal on Sunday in this massive capital clash at Stamford Bridge. The home side find themselves a place above their opponents today in fifth on goal difference and come into this key fixture off the back of thrashing Armenian side Noah in midweek in the Europa Conference League with a much-rotated squad.