Premier League: 10-man Arsenal forced to heartbreaking 2-2 draw at Etihad

John Stones' stoppage-time goal salvaged a dramatic 2-2 draw for Manchester City against a resilient 10-man Arsenal. Despite early goals and Leandro Trossard's red card, Arsenal's defence held firm until Stones' last-minute equaliser at the Etihad Stadium.

In Short

• John Stones scored a stoppage-time equalizer to rescue City
• Arsenal led 2-1 for the majority despite Leandro Trossard’s first-half red card
• Erling Haaland netted his 100th goal for Manchester City early

Manchester City managed a dramatic 2-2 draw against a 10-man Arsenal, thanks to John Stones' stoppage-time strike on September 22 at the Etihad Stadium. City took an early lead with Erling Haaland's 100th goal for the club, but Arsenal quickly turned the match around. Riccardo Calafiori equalized in the 22nd minute, and Gabriel Magalhaes' header in first-half stoppage time gave Arsenal a surprising 2-1 lead.

Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal showcased a brilliant attacking display in the first half but faced adversity after Leandro Trossard’s dismissal just before halftime. Trossard received a second yellow card for time-wasting, forcing Arsenal to adopt a more defensive approach for the remainder of the match.

Despite playing with ten men, Arsenal held firm against Manchester City’s relentless attacking pressure. The Gunners’ perfectly organized defensive setup frustrated Pep Guardiola’s side throughout most of the second half. It seemed Arsenal were on the verge of a famous win, holding their lead deep into stoppage time.

However, City’s persistence paid off in the dying moments when John Stones scored the crucial equalizer. The goal came after a scramble in the box, with Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya already committed to the ground following a previous shot that deflected off one of his defenders. Stones capitalized on the chaos, tapping the ball into the net to secure a hard-earned point for City.

With the draw, Manchester City moved back to the top of the Premier League table with 13 points, while Arsenal, now fourth with 11 points, missed a golden opportunity to leapfrog City. The match was a thrilling contest of grit, resilience, and last-minute drama, showcasing both sides' title credentials for the season ahead.