What a rollercoaster of a match! Manchester City snatched a 2-2 draw in the dying moments against Arsenal in a Premier League clash that had plenty of drama. John Stones found the back of the net in the 98th minute, keeping City at the top of the table while leaving Arsenal frustrated after playing most of the match with just 10 men.
Arsenal Almost Break the Curse
Arsenal was on the verge of breaking their long-standing winless streak at the Etihad. You could feel the tension rising as they led 2-1 heading into injury time. Despite being down a player after Leandro Trossard’s red card just before halftime, they held their ground. Arsenal fans must have felt like victory was within reach until Stones popped up and spoiled the party.
City’s Unrelenting Pressure
City’s relentless pressure in the second half was something to behold. With 28 shots in just 45 minutes, they pushed Arsenal to the edge. That number tied a Premier League record for the most shots in a single half, showing just how determined City was to get back into the game. Stones, who came off the bench, was in the right place at the right time to turn in a loose ball and secure a point for his team.
Haaland Starts the Fireworks
It all kicked off with Erling Haaland’s opening goal for City in the 9th minute. A well-timed pass from Savinho gave Haaland the perfect opportunity, and he didn’t miss, slotting it past David Raya for his 10th Premier League goal this season. Haaland’s celebration, waving a City scarf, was short-lived as Arsenal’s Riccardo Calafiori answered with a thunderous strike in the 22nd minute to level the game.
Arsenal Takes the Lead
Just before halftime, Arsenal surprised everyone when Gabriel rose above the City defense to head in Bukayo Saka’s corner, putting them ahead 2-1. But things quickly took a turn for the worse when Trossard was sent off, leaving Arsenal to play with 10 men for the rest of the match.
City’s Last-Minute Comeback
The second half was all City as they bombarded Arsenal’s defense with wave after wave of attacks. Arsenal managed to hold off most of it, thanks to some brilliant saves from Raya. But in the end, the pressure was too much, and Stones managed to sneak in that equalizer right at the death.
This draw keeps City on top of the Premier League, while Arsenal will be left wondering what could have been.
