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Gabriel Martinelli’s Stoppage-Time Strike Earns Arsenal a Draw With Manchester City

The substitute’s late finish continued his high‑impact cameos, sharpening focus on his push for more starts.

Overview

  • Martinelli equalised in the 93rd minute at the Emirates, running onto Eberechi Eze’s pass and dinking over Gianluigi Donnarumma to seal a 1-1 draw.
  • The Brazilian has delivered off the bench twice in a week after a goal and assist as a substitute against Athletic Bilbao in midweek.
  • Declan Rice told Sky Sports it was a “moment of magic” and praised Martinelli’s commitment despite beginning recent games on the bench.
  • Speaking to BBC Match of the Day, Martinelli said he does not want to be a substitute and wants 90 minutes every game, while stressing trust in Mikel Arteta’s selections.
  • Manchester City finished with 32.8% possession, reported as a league‑game low for a Guardiola side, after the manager made defensive substitutions to protect the lead.