Mikel Arteta conceded that Arsenal have to win every match to stand any chance of usurping Manchester City in the Premier League title race.
The Gunners are left in a precarious position after Wednesday's brutal defeat at the Etihad Stadium, with City now two points behind with two games in hand.
Asked if Arsenal, four games without a win, now need five straight victories, Arteta said: 'I think so.
'The analysis is clear: the better team won the game.
'City were probably at their best. The gap became too big.