In a thrilling Premier League clash at the Etihad Stadium, Manchester City and Arsenal battled to a dramatic 2-2 draw in the 2024-25 season. The encounter, which saw Arsenal reduced to 10 men, ended with a last-gasp goal from John Stones that secured a crucial point for the home side.
Manchester City took an early lead thanks to a strike from Erling Haaland. However, Arsenal quickly responded with Riccardo Calafiori’s equalizer before Gabriel gave the visitors a 2-1 advantage. Arsenal’s hopes of holding onto the lead were dampened when Leandro Trossard received a controversial red card, leaving the Gunners a man down for the entire second half.
Despite their numerical disadvantage, Arsenal seemed poised to hand City their first home defeat in nearly two years. But in the dying moments of the game, John Stones scored a 98th-minute equalizer, ensuring that Manchester City remained at the top of the Premier League table.
Key Moments:
- Early City Goal: Erling Haaland found the net early, giving Manchester City an initial advantage.
- Arsenal’s Fightback: Calafiori’s equalizer and Gabriel’s goal turned the game in Arsenal’s favor.
- Controversial Red Card: Leandro Trossard’s dismissal left Arsenal with 10 men for the entire second half.
- Stones’ Last-Minute Heroics: John Stones’ dramatic goal in stoppage time saved a point for City.
September 22, 2024 | 23:20 IST John Stones’ last-minute header rescued Manchester City from a shocking home defeat, earning a 2-2 draw against a resilient Arsenal side. Despite playing with 10 men for over 45 minutes, Arsenal came close to a famous win, but Stones’ late strike kept City’s unbeaten home record intact since November 2022.
September 22, 2024 | 23:17 IST Full-time: Manchester City 2-2 Arsenal. A dramatic conclusion to an intense battle between two title contenders, with City snatching a point at the death, while Arsenal leave the Etihad with a hard-fought draw.
September 22, 2024 | 23:11 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Stones Strikes Late Heartbreak for Arsenal as John Stones finds the net in the dying moments to level the score at 2-2. After a scramble following a corner, Stones capitalized on the opportunity and broke through Arsenal’s resilient defense.
September 22, 2024 | 23:00 (IST) Premier League LIVE: 7 Minutes of Added Time Seven minutes have been added, and both teams continue to fight hard. There’s some concern for Arsenal as Timber appears to be struggling, prompting another substitution.
September 22, 2024 | 22:55 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Raya to the Rescue David Raya pulls off a fantastic save! Joško Gvardiol had a clear shot, but Raya was quick to react, preventing what seemed to be a sure goal for Manchester City.
September 22, 2024 | 22:53 (IST) Premier League LIVE: City Pile On the Pressure Manchester City continues to dominate possession, launching wave after wave of attacks, but Arsenal’s defense holds strong. The Gunners have been resilient, though it’s one-way traffic at the moment.
September 22, 2024 | 22:50 (IST) Premier League LIVE: 10 Minutes Remaining With just 10 minutes left in regulation, City is pushing hard. Arsenal, however, hasn’t managed a single second-half attack but still clings to their slim lead.
September 22, 2024 | 22:45 (IST) Premier League LIVE: City’s Dominance Without a Breakthrough Manchester City has controlled much of the second half, dominating possession but failing to create any truly dangerous chances. Phil Foden’s long-range effort went straight to David Raya, symbolizing City’s frustrations.
September 22, 2024 | 22:41 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Arsenal Make a Change Arsenal decides to strengthen their defense, substituting Calafiori with Kiwior. This defensive move with 20 minutes to go could be vital for Arsenal’s survival.
September 22, 2024 | 22:38 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Foden Joins the Fray Manchester City introduces Phil Foden, hoping the talented attacker will provide the spark needed to turn the game around. Known for his long-range shooting, he might just be City’s game-changer.
September 22, 2024 | 22:33 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Arsenal Digging In Arsenal is in full defense mode, focused on keeping City at bay. Twice, Martinelli tried to break forward on the counter, but Kyle Walker swiftly cut off both attempts.
September 22, 2024 | 22:27 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Silva Misses a Chance A close call for Arsenal! After Raya saved a header from Haaland, Bernardo Silva blasted the rebound over the bar. Arsenal breathed a sigh of relief as they narrowly avoided conceding.
September 22, 2024 | 22:25 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Attack vs Defense The game has become a showdown of styles—City is in all-out attack mode, while Arsenal is entrenched in defense. It’s a test of endurance, with both sides trying to find the decisive edge.
September 22, 2024 | 22:19 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Haaland’s Milestone Erling Haaland has scored his 100th goal for Manchester City in just 105 appearances, thanks to his early strike today. His remarkable goal-scoring prowess continues to break records, adding another feat to his ever-growing list.
September 22, 2024 | 22:15 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Second Half Kicks Off The second half is underway, and Manchester City has come out aggressively. Arsenal has switched to a five-man defensive formation, determined to protect their slim lead.
September 22, 2024 | 22:13 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Arsenal Substitution A major shift for Arsenal as Ben White replaces Bukayo Saka following the red card incident. Arsenal is now focusing on defending their lead against the relentless Manchester City attack.
September 22, 2024 | 22:05 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Halftime at the Etihad It’s halftime, and Arsenal leads 2-1. However, the visitors are still protesting the controversial red card shown to Trossard. The second half promises more drama.
September 22, 2024 | 22:03 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Red Card Controversy Leandro Trossard is sent off with a second yellow card, and the match has taken a dramatic turn. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is livid, as the decision could significantly impact the outcome.
September 22, 2024 | 21:53 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Arsenal Take the Lead Arsenal stuns City, going ahead 2-1 after a perfectly delivered corner by Bukayo Saka, which Gabriel powerfully heads into the net. It’s just what Arsenal needed before halftime.
September 22, 2024 | 21:38 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Haaland’s Century Erling Haaland hits another milestone with his 100th goal for Manchester City, matching Cristiano Ronaldo’s feat of reaching 100 goals in just 105 appearances. His early strike today continues his stunning form.
September 22, 2024 | 21:33 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Raya Saves Again City is relentless after conceding, launching attack after attack. This time, Kyle Walker takes a shot from distance, but once again, Raya stands firm with a crucial save.
September 22, 2024 | 21:27 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Arsenal Equalize Riccardo Calafiori scores for Arsenal! His sharp strike from outside the box finds the back of the net. Despite some complaints from City’s Kyle Walker, the equalizer stands, and Arsenal is right back in the match.
September 22, 2024 | 21:18 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Gundogan Hits the Woodwork Ilkay Gundogan’s free kick smashes off the post, coming agonizingly close to giving City a two-goal lead. City looks dangerous in the early stages.
September 22, 2024 | 21:14 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Haaland Strikes First Who else but Erling Haaland? The prolific striker nets his 10th Premier League goal of the season and reaches his 100th for Manchester City, giving them an early lead.
September 22, 2024 | 21:10 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Early Chance for Gundogan Ilkay Gundogan finds himself in a promising position but can’t convert his opportunity as his shot flies off target. City is starting strong.
September 22, 2024 | 21:08 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Cautious Start Both teams have begun cautiously, with neither side fully committing to an attack yet. The game is tense following an early incident involving Rodri.
September 22, 2024 | 21:04 (IST) Premier League LIVE: The Match Begins We are underway at the Etihad Stadium, and the game starts with a clash between Rodri and Kai Havertz, leaving Rodri momentarily on the ground.
September 22, 2024 | 21:01 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Top of the Table Race Liverpool currently leads the Premier League after a 3-0 win over Bournemouth, while Manchester United was held to a goalless draw by Crystal Palace. Tonight’s result will be crucial for City and Arsenal in the title race.
September 22, 2024 | 20:57 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Kickoff Approaching Both teams are on the pitch, and we are minutes away from kickoff. With the top of the table in play, this promises to be a thrilling encounter.
September 22, 2024 | 20:53 (IST) Premier League LIVE: History Favors City Manchester City has dominated Arsenal in recent years, winning four consecutive Premier League titles while Arsenal finished runners-up twice. Arsenal hasn’t won at the Etihad since 2015, adding to the challenge ahead.
September 22, 2024 | 20:51 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Guardiola Eyes Advantage Pep Guardiola believes City holds a slight advantage with an extra day of rest, having played their Champions League match on Wednesday, while Arsenal had to wait until Thursday for their European tie against Atalanta.
September 22, 2024 | 20:48 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Arteta’s Rallying Call Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta urged his team to prove they are ready to dethrone Manchester City in this crucial top-of-the-table clash. Despite City’s recent dominance, Arteta believes his side can pull off a major upset.
September 22, 2024, 20:39 (IST) Manchester City vs Arsenal LIVE: Major surprise Riccardo Calafiori makes his first Premier League start in a bold decision by Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta!
September 22, 2024, 20:33 (IST) Premier League LIVE: Welcome to the action Welcome to the live coverage of this Premier League showdown between Arsenal and Manchester City!
