Manchester City Break Arsenal’s Unbroken RunManchester City Break Arsenal’s Unbroken Run Manchester City put an end to Arsenal’s impressive unbeaten streak in the Premier League with a convincing 3-1 victory at the Emirates Stadium on Wednesday. The Gunners, who had not lost in their previous 15 matches, started brightly but it was the visitors who took the lead in the 24th minute through Kevin De Bruyne. The Belgian midfielder curled a delightful free-kick into the top corner to silence the home crowd. Arsenal responded well and came close to equalizing through Bukayo Saka, but his shot was denied by Ederson. The Gunners continued to press, but City’s defense remained resolute. Just before half-time, the visitors doubled their advantage when Jack Grealish converted a penalty after Gabriel Magalhaes fouled Erling Haaland. The Brazilian defender was sent off for the incident, leaving Arsenal with a mountain to climb in the second half. Despite their numerical disadvantage, Arsenal managed to pull one back through Leandro Trossard in the 57th minute. The Belgian forward tapped in from close range after a good cross from Gabriel Martinelli. However, City restored their two-goal lead just six minutes later when Haaland poked home from a rebound after Grealish’s initial shot was saved by Aaron Ramsdale. Arsenal continued to fight until the end, but City were in complete control and saw out the victory with ease. The result sees Manchester City move to within three points of league leaders Arsenal, who have a game in hand. It also ends Arsenal’s hopes of going the entire season unbeaten, a feat that has not been achieved since Preston North End in 1888-89. For Manchester City, the victory was a statement of intent and a reminder of their quality. They have now won six of their last seven matches in all competitions and are in a strong position to challenge for the Premier League title.
