At the Etihad Stadium, a goal by John Stones eight minutes into stoppage time denied the 10 men a historic victory.

After Leandro Trossard was sent off only seconds before the half, Arsenal had played the whole second half with 10 men. However, John Stones’ goal eight minutes into injury time gave Manchester City a 2-2 draw and stunned the home team.

Erling Haaland sprinted clear to give Manchester City the lead after just ten minutes, but Riccardo Calafiori commemorated his first Arsenal start with a spectacular long-range curling goal to tie the score.

Then, the visitors began to gain confidence, and shortly before halftime, Gabriel Magalhaes climbed the highest to head home Bukayo Saka’s corner. Leandro Trossard, who had already had a booking, was given a second yellow card for kicking the ball away after giving up a free kick, thus the drama in the first half didn’t end there.

After the break, Arsenal’s ten men bravely defended and appeared to have earned a historic victory that would have put them atop the Premier League standings. However, in the eighth minute of stoppage time, Stones drove the ball over the line in a scramble in the area, giving the champions a point.

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 at half-time so Arsenal could go three at the back after the red card. Fine display.

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):

He will be so proud of his team after the week they have had. Switched to a back three after the red card and it looked like his players had got themselves a huge win until the last few moments.