on for Arsenal to deploy three at the back following the red card at halftime. Excellent presentation.

Eight minutes into the second half of extra time, John Stones broke Arsenal’s hearts by tying the score at 2-2. Leandro Trossard was sent off just before halftime, therefore Arsenal played the whole second half with ten players.

After just ten minutes, Erling Haaland scored a goal after running clear, giving Manchester City a fantastic start. However, in his first game for Arsenal, Riccardo Calafiori scored an incredible equaliser from a distance.

Just before halftime, Gabriel Magalhaes soared above the others to head home Bukayo Saka’s corner, giving the guests the lead after they felt more confident. But the excitement in the first half didn’t end there. After giving up a free kick, Leandro Trossard was given a second yellow card for kicking the ball away.

After the break, Arsenal’s ten players played excellent defence, and it appeared as though they would secure a historic victory that would have vaulted them to the top of the Premier League. However, following a flurry in the box, Stones scored in the eighth minute of stoppage time.

Goalkeeper & Defence

David Raya (9/10):

Made some really sharp stops as the pressure increased in the second half. His handling was excellent and helped ease the pressure.

Jurrien Timber (8/10):

Seemed to enjoy playing on his natural side. Dealt well with the threat of the dangerous Doku. Battled so well and epitomised the Arsenal spirit.

William Saliba (8/10):

Showed some wonderful composure at times to bring the ball out of defence. Enjoyed his battle with Haaland. Never gave City anything in the second half.

Gabriel Magalhaes (8/10):

Another game, another thumping header from a corner. He will be disappointed with Haaland’s early goal, was caught too far away from Saliba. Produced a monstrous performance after the interval.

Riccardo Calafiori (8/10):

Got caught out by the clever Savinho for Haaland’s early goal and struggled against the winger at times in the first half, but got to grips with him as the game wore on. Scored a stunning equaliser though to mark his first Arsenal start. Limped off after the break.

Midfield

Thomas Partey (7/10):

Didn’t have to do as much running in the second half as Arsenal sat so deep. Protected the defence well.

Declan Rice (7/10):

Just sat on the edge of the box in the second half and added an extra layer of defence.

Kai Havertz (8/10):

Tireless performance as always. Worked so hard for the team after the sending off. Ran himself into the ground.

Attack

Bukayo Saka (6/10):

Brilliant set piece delivery again for Gabriel’s goal. Brought off at half-time following the red card.

Leandro Trossard (3/10):

Got himself sent off in such a stupid way. Yes, Arsenal can complain about Doku escaping a yellow for a similar incident, but Trossard should have been smarter.

Gabriel Martinelli (8/10):

Excellent performance, especially in the first half before the dismissal. Got the assist for Calafiori and answered some of his critics.

Subs & Manager

Ben White (7/10):

On for Arsenal to deploy three at the back following the red card at halftime. Excellent presentation.Jakub Kiwior (N/A):

Replaced Calafiori 15 minutes from time.

Myles Lewis-Skelly (N/A):

On for the last few minutes.

Mikel Arteta (8/10):

After the week that his team has had, he will be incredibly proud of them. changed to a back three following the red card, and up until the last seconds, it appeared like his players had secured a significant victory.