Aisha AdejumoIn a tightly contested match, both Nathan Ake and Mateo Kovacic had close opportunities for Manchester City, while former City player Gabriel Jesus and substitute Leandro Trossard posed threats for the visiting team.
Despite the efforts from both sides, the game ended in a goalless draw, marking the first time in 58 home games that City failed to score.
Following the match, Liverpool topped the Premier League table with 67 points, followed closely by Arsenal with 65 points, and City in third place with 64 points, all teams having played 29 games.
Reflecting on the intense encounter, Bernardo Silva acknowledged the challenge posed by Arsenal, describing them as a well-organized and competitive team. He noted the difficulty in breaking down their defense and creating scoring opportunities for City’s strikers.
There was a mutual sense of respect between the players at the final whistle, with Bernardo praising Arsenal for their improved performance compared to previous encounters at the Etihad Stadium.
Despite the draw, both teams earned a valuable point, although it left City dependent on other results as they no longer controlled their own destiny in the title race. With Liverpool now leading the table and only nine games remaining in the season, Bernardo emphasized the importance of both Liverpool and Arsenal dropping points while City must focus on winning their remaining matches to stay in contention for the title.
