Some players think that smaller shin guards -- literally the size of a small notebook -- make them faster. Others around the game think it's a major injury waiting to happen.
Pep Guardiola said Manchester City's Premier League clash with Arsenal next week has become a "final" after a 3-0 win against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge moved his side to within six points, with a game in hand, of Mikel Arteta's league leaders.
Man City proved against Chelsea they will stop at nothing to win the Premier League. Can Arsenal match their intensity? The two teams meet on April 19.