Overview

• Erling Haaland put City ahead in the ninth minute before substitute Gabriel Martinelli struck late to secure a draw.
• Rice praised Martinelli’s decisive finish and attitude after coming off the bench.
• Arsenal supporters on X criticized Rice’s performance and recent form, with several posts calling it sloppy or poor.
• SofaScore figures reported for Rice included 107 touches, 97% pass completion, two key passes, 14 possessions lost and a 42% duel win rate.
• The draw keeps Arsenal second in the Premier League, five points behind Liverpool, as Mikel Arteta navigates midfield choices with Martin Zubimendi’s arrival and works to lift Rice’s level.