Arsenal drew with Manchester City: Martinelli saved with a goal assist from Eze.

Arsenal equalized against Manchester City

According to The Sun: Gabriel Martinelli, coming off the bench, saved his team by equalizing against Manchester City.

The Londoners were trailing 1-0 just a few minutes before the end of the match when Martinelli scored a magnificent lob over Gianluigi Donnarumma's head.

This was a well-deserved point for Arsenal, who had struggled against City throughout the match.

Arsenal Player Ratings

DAVID RAYA – 6/10

Had little work throughout the match and could do nothing to stop Erling Haaland's goal.

RICCARDO CALAFIORI – 5

His misplaced pass during an attack led to City's goal, and after that, he could not get back into the game.

WILLIAM SALIBA – 6

Played well against Haaland, especially considering this was his first start since August 31 after recovering from an ankle injury.

GABRIEL – 5

Failed to position himself correctly and was easily outplayed by Haaland before Manchester City's goal.

JURRIEN TIMBER – 6

Did not make much impact in attack, but when given the opportunity, he supported the wide player well.

MARTIN ZUBIMENDI – 5

Played a nondescript game, controlling the match in the first half, but was relatively inactive after the break.

DECLAN RICE – 4

Played an important role in the middle zone, but showed no initiative, passing to midfielders without any chance of pushing forward.

MIKEL MERINO – 3

Under pressure, received negative reactions from fans, so it was appropriate that he was substituted at half-time.

LEANDRO TROSSARD – 6

Impressed with his presence in the lineup, showing activity in the second half and making several decent passes.

NONI MADUEKE – 7

It was unfortunate to take him out of the game at half-time as he was among the best players on the team.

VICTOR GYOKERES – 5

Could not make an impact in attack, he did not attempt to create dangerous moments.

SUBSTITUTIONS:

EBERECHI EZE (MERINO, 45) – 8

Made a dangerous shot at the start of the second half and scored the equalizing goal in stoppage time.

BUKAYO SAKA (MADUEKE, 45) – 6

Looked not quite ready after a long absence from the pitch.

GABRIEL MARTINELLI (TIMBER, 80) – 9

Once again became the hero of the match, coming off the bench and scoring the decisive goal.

ETHAN NWANERI (TROSSARD, 84) – N/A

The match ended in an impressive draw that highlighted the struggle and character of both teams. Arsenal, thanks to Martinelli's efforts, not only avoided defeat but also demonstrated their strength and determination in battling one of the league's strongest clubs. This game was an important step in the team's development, as it reinforced that Arsenal is capable of competing at the highest level.