Man City players accuse Arsenal of 'dark arts' as Arteta hails 'miracle'

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Manchester City forward Bernardo Silva says only one team came to play football in their 2-2 Premier League draw with Arsenal, who are accused of employing "dark arts" at Etihad Stadium.

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