Manchester City's newfound intense rivalry with Arsenal has not affected the friendship between Guardiola and Arteta, as evidenced by their positive relationship despite a recent heated encounter on the pitch. Guardiola mentioned that he communicated with Arteta via text after their last match, where Arsenal held on for a draw despite being a man down in the second half. There were accusations of time-wasting and tactical fouling by Arsenal, leading to tensions during the game. Despite this, both coaches maintained their respect for each other, with Guardiola emphasizing the need for his team to adapt to different playing styles. Arteta, when questioned about City's allegations of 'dark arts' tactics by Arsenal, chose not to comment, hinting at his prior experience during his time at City. The rivalry between the two clubs has escalated, but the professional courtesy and mutual respect between Guardiola and Arteta have remained unscathed.
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