Arsenal have dropped to second on the log, no thanks to a 3-1 defeat to Man City in their highly anticipated encounter at the Emirates Stadium.
The champions go top #ARSMCI pic.twitter.com/DDZI01LY6H
— Premier League (@premierleague) February 15, 2023
Mikel Arterta’s men were looking to extend their lead at the top of the table but failed to measure up to Pep Guardiola’s side who left no stone unturned as they outclassed the Gunners.
All of the highlights from our huge win against Arsenal! 😍 pic.twitter.com/0ZtDndq7gj
— Manchester City (@ManCity) February 16, 2023
The first half ended in a 1-1 draw, courtesy of Kevin de Bruyne’s opener and Bukayo Saka’s equalizer from the spot.
HALF-TIME Arsenal 1-1 Man City
— Premier League (@premierleague) February 15, 2023
All square at Emirates Stadium after Bukayo Saka's penalty cancels out Kevin De Bruyne's opener#ARSMCI pic.twitter.com/hlAAgE1Los
After the break, Jack Grealish and Erling Haaland both hit the target to send the reigning champions to the top of the table with, leveled on points with Arsenal, but with a superior goal difference.
Here's how things stand 👇 pic.twitter.com/F8lBFhJOKe
— Premier League (@premierleague) February 15, 2023
The result also means Arsenal, who have a game in hand, have now lost all 11 games in their last 11 meetings against City in the league.
11 – Arsenal have lost their last 11 Premier League games against Manchester City; their longest losing run against an opponent in their league history. Update. https://t.co/fncBMzImyK
— OptaJoe (@OptaJoe) February 15, 2023
Mikel Arteta's wait for a first #PL win against Pep Guardiola continues…#ARSMCI pic.twitter.com/l0vvr1Rv45
— Premier League (@premierleague) February 15, 2023