Premier League Regular Season - 33
Manchester City 2 - 1 FT Arsenal
Match Statistics
Possession
Shots
Shots on Target
Expected Goals (xG)
Passes
Pass Accuracy
Corners
Fouls
Yellow Cards
Red Cards
Match Events
16' R. Cherki (M. Nunes)
K. Havertz 18'
C. Mosquera 36'
HT
↓ N. Madueke ↑G. Martinelli 46'
60' M. Guehi
65' E. Haaland
↓ E. Eze ↑L. Trossard 74'
↓ C. Mosquera ↑B. White 74'
Gabriel 83'
83' E. Haaland
84' P. Guardiola
↓ M. Zubimendi ↑V. Gyokeres 84'
85' ↓ R. Cherki ↑P. Foden
88' ↓ J. Doku ↑Savinho
88' ↓ Rodri ↑Nico
90'+6 ↓ A. Semenyo ↑N. Ake
FT
Player Cards
Our take on every player in this match
Manchester City
Goalkeepers
Gianluigi Donnarumma 
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Defenders
Matheus Nunes 
PROVIDER
1
Assists
1
Assists
1
Key Passes
7.2
Rating
Abdukodir Khusanov 
ARCHITECT
2
Key Passes
2
Key Passes
0
Assists
39%
Pass Acc
Marc Guéhi 
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
1
On Target
Nico O'Reilly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Bernardo Silva 
MAGNET
71
Activity
71
Activity
60
Passes
11
Duels
Rodri
MAGNET
78
Activity
78
Activity
66
Passes
12
Duels
Antoine Semenyo 
NPC
96
Minutes
96
Minutes
10%
Pass Acc
6.2
Rating
Rayan Cherki 
SNIPER
100%
Conversion
100%
Conversion
1
Goals
1
Shots
Jérémy Doku 
PROVOCATEUR
6
Fouls Won
6
Fouls Won
10
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Forwards
Erling Haaland 
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
4
Shots
7.5
Rating
BENCH
James Trafford 
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
John Stones
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nathan Ake
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
1
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Rayan Aït-Nouri
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Tijjani Reijnders
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Nico González
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Phil Foden
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
12
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Savinho
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
9
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Omar Marmoush
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Arsenal
Goalkeepers
David Raya
PROVOCATEUR
1
Fouls Won
1
Fouls Won
1
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
Defenders
Cristhian Mosquera
STORMTROOPER
1
Shots
1
Shots
0
Goals
0
On Target
William Saliba
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Magalhães 
SHIELD
3
Blocks
3
Blocks
0
Interceptions
1
Tackles
Piero Hincapié
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Midfielders
Martin Odegaard
ARCHITECT
4
Key Passes
4
Key Passes
0
Assists
38%
Pass Acc
Martín Zubimendi 
ENFORCER
4
Tackles
4
Tackles
6
Duels Won
86%
Win %
Declan Rice
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
97
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Forwards
Noni Madueke
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
45
Total Mins
46
Entry
Kai Havertz
FINISHER
1
Goals
1
Goals
3
Shots
7.3
Rating
Eberechi Eze
PROVOCATEUR
2
Fouls Won
2
Fouls Won
3
Duels Won
0
Pens Won
BENCH
Kepa Arrizabalaga
SPECTATOR
0
Saves
0
Saves
0
Conceded
0
Minutes
Ben White
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Myles Lewis-Skelly
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Christian Norgaard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Max Dowman
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Jesus
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
0
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Gabriel Martinelli
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
52
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Viktor Gyökeres
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
13
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Leandro Trossard
LATE SHIFT
15
Late Mins
15
Late Mins
23
Total Mins
Started
Entry
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition | Venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2026 | Arsenal | 0 - 2 | Manchester City | League Cup | Wembley Stadium |
| 09/21/2025 | Arsenal | 1 - 1 | Manchester City | Premier League | Emirates Stadium |
| 02/02/2025 | Arsenal | 5 - 1 | Manchester City | Premier League | Emirates Stadium |
| 09/22/2024 | Manchester City | 2 - 2 | Arsenal | Premier League | Etihad Stadium |
| 03/31/2024 | Manchester City | 0 - 0 | Arsenal | Premier League | Etihad Stadium |
| 10/08/2023 | Arsenal | 1 - 0 | Manchester City | Premier League | Emirates Stadium |
03/22/2026
09/21/2025
02/02/2025
09/22/2024
03/31/2024
10/08/2023
Manchester City Win
Arsenal Win
Draw
League Standings
P: 33 GD: +37
P: 32 GD: +36
P: 33 GD: +13
P: 33 GD: +6
P: 33 GD: +11
P: 33 GD: +11
P: 33 GD: +4
P: 33 GD: 0
P: 33 GD: +6
P: 33 GD: +1
P: 33 GD: -4
P: 33 GD: -3
P: 32 GD: -1
P: 33 GD: -3
P: 33 GD: -7
P: 33 GD: -9
P: 33 GD: -17
P: 33 GD: -11
P: 33 GD: -33
League Standings
P: 33 GD: +37
P: 33 GD: +37
P: 33 GD: +13
P: 34 GD: +13
P: 34 GD: +5
P: 34 GD: +9
P: 34 GD: 0
P: 34 GD: +8
P: 33 GD: +4
P: 34 GD: -2
P: 34 GD: 0
P: 34 GD: -9
P: 33 GD: -3
P: 33 GD: -3
P: 34 GD: -7
P: 34 GD: -4
P: 34 GD: -16
P: 34 GD: -10
P: 34 GD: -34
Match previews and recaps to help you decide which games are worth watching
Title Race Tremors at the Etihad
Highly Entertaining Futmetrix Score: 78/100. Manchester City blew the title race completely open by grounding the league leaders in a high-stakes showdown that lived up to every expectation.
Electric Exchanges
The tension was palpable from the very first touch. Manchester City knew the assignment: win or let the league slip away. They controlled possession beautifully, dictating the tempo and pressing the league leaders deep into their own half. The breakthrough arrived in a flash on 16 minutes. M. Nunes carved out the necessary space, feeding R. Cherki who buried a brilliant opening goal. But the celebrations had barely settled before Arsenal hit back. Just two minutes later, K. Havertz found the net to instantly restore parity. This relentless tempo defined the early exchanges. The Intensity was absolutely off the charts, setting the stage for a classic six-pointer where every duel mattered.
The Striker's Verdict
With the match balanced on a knife-edge, a tactical chess match took over the middle period. City edged the total shot count, turning the Etihad Stadium into an absolute pressure cooker with repeated waves of attacks. Arsenal sat deep, absorbing the mounting pressure while looking incredibly dangerous on the break. The visitors actually created top-tier scoring chances, proving their lingering threat. Yet, top-flight football is always decided by the finest of margins. The immense Stakes demanded a hero, and cometh the hour, cometh the Norwegian talisman. On 65 minutes, E. Haaland seized his moment. His decisive strike shattered the deadlock and sent the home crowd into raptures. Behind him, Nico O'Reilly put in an outstanding shift across the backline to ensure that crucial advantage held firm against the visitors' desperate pushes.
A Photo Finish Awaits
The closing stages were a true masterclass in high-pressure game management. Arsenal desperately threw bodies forward, whipping in endless crosses and fighting fiercely for every second ball, but they consistently found a sky-blue wall. Rodri anchored the midfield with his usual unquestionable authority, smothering the visitors' attacking lanes and keeping the delicate Balance of the pitch firmly in the hosts' favour. The final whistle blew to a completely deafening roar from the Manchester faithful. This 2-1 victory is a genuinely monumental result for the season. City have erased the entire points gap, pulling completely level with the Gunners at the absolute summit of the table. The chasers have laid down a massive marker. The title race is no longer a pursuit; it is a breathtaking dead sprint.
Key Questions
What made Rayan Cherki the Man of the Match?
Cherki electrified the pitch with an early goal and two key passes. His sharp attacking movements consistently dismantled the opposition defence, making him the standout creative force.
What does this mean for Manchester City's season?
This massive victory erases the points gap at the top of the table. City are now tied for first, turning the title race into a thrilling sprint.
Did the derby intensity affect the quality of play?
Not at all. Despite the fierce rivalry and 24 combined shots, both teams displayed remarkable technical quality, with City completing 84% of their passes under immense pressure.
What is the Futmetrix Score?
The Futmetrix Score is our 0-100 verdict on how entertaining a match is. We look at intensity, balance, stakes, and star quality to tell you if it's worth your time.
The Ultimate Title Race Showdown
Must-Watch Futmetrix Score: 97/100. This is the defining match of the season, where Arsenal's title dreams collide with Manchester City's relentless pursuit at the summit.
The Setup
On April 19, 2026, the Etihad Stadium hosts the most anticipated fixture of the campaign. The tension surrounding this massive six-pointer is palpable. A flawless Stakes rating confirms the sheer magnitude of this encounter, as the league leaders face their closest and most dangerous challengers. Manchester City hold the edge according to the bookies, but Arsenal arrive boasting a formidable away record. With an off-the-charts Stars rating, expect fireworks right from the opening whistle. The visitors' impressive Form suggests they will not back down easily, while the hosts' high Balance ensures a tense tactical chess match between two elite managers.
Key Battle
The clash out wide between Rayan Cherki and Jurriën Timber could dictate the contest. Cherki has been pulling the strings brilliantly, registering three recent assists for the home side. He will try to unlock a resolute visiting backline anchored on the flanks by Timber, who brings his own attacking threat and defensive solidity to the pitch.
Our Prediction
We expect the home side to narrowly edge it in front of their passionate fans. They will dominate possession early, pressing high to erase the six-point deficit at the top of the table. The visitors will undoubtedly strike on the counter-attack, but home advantage and sheer willpower should secure a tight victory for the reigning champions.