Premier League team of the week dominated by Tottenham Hotspur and Brighton as Leeds United, Man United and Aston Villa stars feature - gallery

Riyad Mahrez struck in the second half at Stamford Bridge to cut the deficit to the leaders back to five points after the Gunners were held by Newcastle United on Tuesday.

“The first half was sloppy,” said City boss Pep Guardiola. “We didn’t create much, our pressing was so poor we were not well organised and in the second half especially with Manuel and Rico we were better.

“I am a genius. Because after Everton I was asked why I didn’t make a substitution until 81 minutes. I thought about that today and made some.

“We could lose here, but now we have a five-point gap. We have three less points to play for. It means a lot but we have to prove ourselves so because it is normal to be in this position after four Premier Leagues in five years.

“We have the mindset that in November the people believe we are already champions, and this is impossible. Other teams that don’t have this pressure because people say in September that City are going to win.

“After four Premier Leagues in five years it is not easy to push them again. That is why I am satisfied after what happened in recent years. We’d prefer to be closer but with the way Arsenal play they deserve to better. For us it was so important, especially in the second half, to be aware that we can do it again and again and again.”

Following the latest round of action, we have put together the best XI from the midweek games using ratings from WhoScored. Tottenham Hotspur dominate with four selections after beating Crystal Palace 4-0.