Manchester City have "raised the bar to levels not seen before in football" but Arsenal are "getting closer", says Gunners boss Mikel Arteta.
Premier League leaders Arsenal visit Etihad Stadium on Sunday, with third-placed City one point behind as the title race nears a thrilling climax.
It is the first time in 10 years that only one point separates the top three after 28 games, with Liverpool second.
"It's a massive game for both teams," said Arteta.
"It will give us a massive boost if we win but there is a lot of games to go after that.