Overview
- The stalemate keeps Arsenal top of the Premier League with a seven-point lead over Manchester City.
- Manchester City lost 2-0 to Manchester United earlier, creating an opening Arsenal did not extend.
- Noni Madueke started in Saka’s place on the right wing at The City Ground.
- The match fell in a busy spell for Arsenal that included an FA Cup comeback against Portsmouth, a league draw with Liverpool, and a Carabao Cup semifinal first leg versus Chelsea.
- Aston Villa can move into second place and close to within four points if they defeat Everton.