Pellegrini's squad readies for Arsenal by stunning titleholder in Munich

Manchester City coach Manuel Pellegrini admitted keeping his stars fresh for Saturday's Premier League visit from leader Arsenal was a factor in its stunning 3-2 win at Bayern Munich.

On a historic night for the club, City fought back from two goals down to break the titleholder's record 10-match Champions League winning streak as Bayern coach Pep Guardiola suffered his first defeat in major competitions with the German side.