Tactical Analysis : City 0-0 Arsenal | A Top Of The Table Tactical Encounter |

What tactics were on display during this match?
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[@bolarinwaaluko9136]

First off, Arteta applied Porto's tactics effectively. Secondly, i don't get why people are so salty about this team defending so well; the characteristic of this team is its ability to defend extremely well. During the Wenger era, everyone ragged him for being gung-ho and not being tactically flexible. Enter Arteta who is the definition of a pragmatist and everyone is now pining for all out attack... Seriously.

[@sigfigronath]

I was thinking that as well, that mid block was great. But ig arsenal fans also slated Porto for using these tactics and then they praise arteta so theres that

[@benjamindadzie9657]

Many Arsenal fans were angry bcx the ball wasn't flowing due to Porto's constantly falling n slowing down the fluidity.. don't forget the ball was in play for just 54 minutes😢​@@sigfigronath

[@steinway_gaming]

I'm not sure about the rage. Now I think arteta got his priority right. Do you want to play entertaining football or getting result? Clearly arteta choose the latter.

[@Suckitfromthaackbays]

because arsenal definitely could’ve won the game, and people don’t like seeing sports teams settle for less even if it’s safer

[@yungdkay1008]

Your comment is spot on, city are by far the better side and arteta did he's best to come out with something and that's incredible.

[@Mervin1992]

arteta did a Mourinho yesterday with an objective winning is a luxury while to draw is the necessary.

[@piergiorgioar-ch1269]

I've noticed that Kovacic dropped lower in the first buildup and that is seeable by the average positions' map that you showed. Arsenal tried basically to create a cage around Rodri, by keeping Jesus; Havertz and Ødegaard very narrow in a central position cause, as you rightly said, they were not preoccupied of leaving some space to Gvardiol. Actually, i think that the croatian played quite well, but he's of course slightly less dangerous on the ball than most of his teammates. After all, City played better but Arsenal were really good at defending in their super low block. Good breakdown as usual. Kudos to you🙌🏻👌🏻👏🏻

[@theLonelyBandit6984]

I don't think City played "better" per say than Arsenal. Arteta came with the gameplan not to lose, and probably the starting 11 of City helped him a bit. They were very narrow, and were dangerous on the counter when City lost concentration. Bringing Doku and Grealish on was the genious bit from Pep, but the end product just wasn't there from them. Doku got past players but couldn't get the ball in, Grealish was far too conservative for which he got a mouthful from Pep just after full time. Arsenal played for a point and a lucky 3, they got a point. Now all the other 9 teams to face City know how to shut off Haaland, so that's a good news for Liverpool and Arsenal.

[@timothyinduli968]

​@@theLonelyBandit6984Mate, knowing n having the manpower(with the skill set) are two VERY different things.

[@piergiorgioar-ch1269]

@@theLonelyBandit6984 i respect your opinion, but i disagree about the value of that kind of "plan". As a newly licensed D Uefa coach, i have the maximum admiration and respect for Mikel Arteta; i'm gonna be adamant about this. But, on the other hand, i hope with all of my heart, that he didn't purposely go to Manchester, planning to only disrupt City's propositions. And it's not gonna be that easy for the other teams to apply the same strategy, cause: every game is different in the first place and not all the teams have such great players as the likes of Saliba; Gabriel; White etc. When i said that City played "better", i meant that they have tried to win the game at least. With more consistency and much more will to expose themselves to the natural implied risks. In my opinion, they should have moved the ball quicker and tried more combinations in the tight spaces and maybe should have not insisted on a crossing game far too much, but hey, it's easier from the satie. I like both City and Arsenal. I am a neutral observer. I've said that Arsenal have defended well and i've given them credit for that. I didn't see many dangerous counterattacks tbh. A couple of wide shots from not so promising situations by Jesus in the 1st half and basically 0 in the 2nd half. Anyway, thanks for your comment and have a nice day. 🙌🏻

[@GM_FtblA]

Correct I'm releasing a tactical analysis video myself in a few hours time

[@piergiorgioar-ch1269]

@@GM_FtblA cool: i'll check that out!

[@franksimonda9991]

Arteta is just a beast. By the time he'll be 10 years in coaching he'll be one of the best tactical coaches in the world.

[@bojack3827]

Not really. He just parked the bus. Zero ambition

[@AnimeeDreameer87]

@@bojack3827have better job then you

[@footballingnostalgia]

@@bojack3827 Jose Mourinho did this crap and you were the kinda lot that praised him , cry more hypocrite.

[@k1i1d1u1s]

@@bojack3827 show me a team who stopped this city from scoring at the etihad, even if you parked the bus it is impossible to not let city score.

[@yungdkay1008]

They didn't even get any chances to score ​@@k1i1d1u1s

[@Samito07]

City only managed 2 shot on target against Arsenal this season😂. 2 losses, 1 draw. Haters are crying, but Arteta is proving that he is not a flash in the pan manager, he is actually elite.

[@makchot3263]

Warra trophy for varsenal

[@belluh-1huey102]

​@@makchot3263no trophy for them. They played for a draw and killed their title hopes

[@FLORIDA_MAN_813]

@@belluh-1huey1022 points off the top with 9 games to go. Yeah really killed their title hopes 🤣

[@belluh-1huey102]

@FLORIDA_MAN_813 Liverpool aren't going to drop points

[@owenrobinson6267]

False info

[@tanumoydas1782]

People are saying Arteta parked a bus... The game was so boring... I believe they also find game of Chase boring too... I enjoyed the game thoroughly... It was like watching a game of Chess from two tactical geniuses of this time... In every part of game Pep tried to do a thing, made a move then Arteta negated it by changing another thing in his move.... The only way to beat City with this squad is to play ruthless counter with speedy winger and physical & athletic defence & mid... Since Arsenal have neither... It makes more sense the way Arteta did... & Arsenal didn't always sit back... They kept possession and attacked... It was City' brilliant pressing that those moments came less... & KUDOS to you for perfectly analyse that tactical Chase game...

[@jojigeorige1056]

The fact that Arteta made Arsenal players neutralise City's build-up play game turned to look one-sided as yes Arsenal parked the bus through their narrow defence line..

[@Belligol.]

Love how adaptble Arteta is, the Porto tactics will help us away in the cl and excited to see how he adds more offensive systems to our tactic (already a mix of pep and klopp)

[@nathanbrownornb]

No the mix of Wenger, Pep, and David Moyes who he played under at Everton. Yesterday was the perfect example of Moyes ball. Just sit deep and try not to concede. Not that, that kind of football is bad we didn’t lose and that was the aim.

[@newwave3366]

Before Ake injury, Kova dropped to the left to get on the ball for often. Being the first to receive the ball from city goal kicks

[@amphiphil844]

Having the ball-carriers, like Kovacic, deep in the build-up seems like a good idea against a man to man high press. One time he managed to beat Saka 1v1 and progress the ball. This, however, bears the risk of losing the ball in 40-50% of the duels.

[@CoconutsWithDrag]

Proof that dycheball is ultimate professional football tactics

[@stevank_gh7473]

😂

[@chinortega3]

💀💀💀💀💀

[@Rogued01]

8CBs and 4DMs. wtf waas even going on.

[@LOOPS581]

City since last season plays with center backs 🤦arterta always copying him

[@thierryhenry674]

@@LOOPS581 Arteta played a 4 CB lineup against Liverpool in the early stage of last season, with Tomiyasu Gabriel Saliba White. That was before Pep changes his system into a 4 CB system later in the season. Get your facts right.

[@mumindanmallam]

​@@thierryhenry674Tomiyasu is primary a right back that can play in all defensive positions. Arsenal signed him as cover for white and saliba because he is primary a tall defensive fullback capable of playing as a centre back. YOU need to get your facts right.

[@LOOPS581]

@@thierryhenry674 tomiyasu is a right back 🤦

[@yungdkay1008]

​@@mumindanmallamWhere does tomiyasu plays for his national team? You need to get your facts right

[@nathanbrownornb]

Great point for us, don’t care what rival fans want to say. you’re talking about city the treble winners at home where they are rarely beaten or lose. They are many ways to play football this negative narrative about “defensive football” is stupid we set out not to lose and didn’t so happy overall. Talking points: Gabriel and Saliba put in a solid shift Saka looked off the pace And why didn’t Trossard square it to Martinelli?

[@rj41975]

Psychologically, a great point for gunners to stay in the race as opposed to risk being 3pts off the pace. However, with defensive mindset, something has got to give and it's usually normal attacking prowess. So not surprising attacking players wouldn't look like they normally do attacking and making non optimal attacking choices.

[@belluh-1huey102]

Talking point you should add: Arsenal killing their title hopes

[@nathanbrownornb]

@@belluh-1huey102 Here’s a talking point I’ll add for you personally: you don’t half chat out of your ass. 😂 all to play for, and if you don’t think Liverpool or city cannot drop points for the rest of season. Highly delusion you!

[@nathanbrownornb]

@@belluh-1huey102 Talking point for you personally: you’re beyond deluded lol & Liverpool and city are likely to drop points. Their fixtures coming up are tough just like ours. Ain’t over till it’s over.

[@belluh-1huey102]

@justcallmenb Arsenal has hard games away from home and could lose to Tottenham and Manchester United. Man United at Old Trafford for Liverpool is probably the only match where Liverpool might have difficulty in.

[@TtwoRsCII]

Not gonna lie, this is the game where I was reminded that a 0-0 game isn't necessarily not fun. This was a colossal matchup and a great game tbh. I say this as a MU fan.

[@Chip_Fuse]

The match failed to meet the expectations it set. Behind the tactical jargon, both sides were simply focused on not letting the other team win. It was a mess to watch.

[@fawwazhelmee4008]

Thats the focus of football game mate, to not let your opposition win

[@ibrochillin]

😅as opposed to? The loser was going to lose the title race

[@michelnguyen6642]

It wasn't a mess. Just boring cause both of the team didn't want to take risks

[@Godspeedysick]

That’s your opinion. The first thing to do is to always lower your expectations especially when football is played like a game of chess.

[@chris.48]

@@fawwazhelmee4008by trying to win. But they were to scared and being EXTREMELY courteous leading to them playing for a draw(arsenal especially)

[@ShaktiChaturvedi]

Yep my first impression at the end of first half was This is Fisher vs Spassky, the chess metaphor is correct

[@lordtea]

Rip to all who triple cap halland 😂

[@04foreverinvincible69]

They would be silly to saliba pockets him every game

[@makas01217]

Whoever decided to triple cap haaland in this game probably isn't doing well in their league😂

[@GunnerChopper]

top scorter of the league

[@reflesh8802]

@@04foreverinvincible69 man did NOT watch the game 😭 Gabriel did everything

[@Taijuu1]

@@reflesh8802I saw saliba bodying him in the first minute

[@thuo1000]

When City had controlled possession in Arsenal's half, Arsenal defended in a low-block system. This means that the distance between Arsenal's defensive lines and their goalkeeper was kept at a minimal. This consequently meant that one of Haaland's main strengths which is running in behind from Kdb's through balls was largely cut-out. I'd have preferred Pep to have taken out Haaland and either moved Foden in that false 9 role or brought in Alvarez to play that role. The combination of Haaland and KDB was simply not working against a well-organized and defensive-minded Arsenal. Had Pep brought in Alvarez or moved Foden to the middle, it would have allowed City to play quick passing combinations to open up Arsenal. Additionally, Haaland offers very little without the ball. He does not press as intensely as his other City forwards.

[@Thatguy-nh4by]

that comes with a grain of salt tho, arsenal in that case would have a much higher defensive line (which benefits saka massively, and might sub in martinelli too). false 9 works so well cuz of cut-in wingers who are either really pacey or great dribblers, and traditional full backs who take up the wings in their stead. pep has that quality possession based midfield, but he just didn't have any pace to counter arsenal. had jones have not been injured, they could've tried 2 strikers, haaland being haland, and julian/foden playing as a deep pivot, without really worrying about their defense all that much

[@Thatguy-nh4by]

and you could see how gvardiol was literally left alone and still didn't pose a threat at the wing too

[@jacobalexander4167]

That would have played to arsenal hands, yes, halaand had a bad game, but he was still a handful to gabriel and saliba, remove halaand for someone they would have easily bullied would only favour arsenal more

[@shobudski6776]

⁠@@jacobalexander4167Halaand didn’t have a bad game , Saliba and Gabriel pocketed and bullied him. His hold up play is horrible.

[@MackAsenjo]

That would have been his worst mistake, Gabriel and Saliba would bully alvarex

[@abrisher]

nice analysis, all the jersey number are correct except the goalKeepers. haha

[@denodennis8871]

Great tactical analysis

[@thesportsking4620]

While I do give respect to both team's defensive strategies, the offense from both teams made me doze of at times. But hey, at least the title race is heating up. Also, I have a vid request that i think you would like: your dream all time xi and how you would want them to play

[@Franklin_217]

very good analysis.

[@dilasnyaenya3837]

The mind game by both managers and very tactical approach of the game.

[@ThaHybrid]

You should do the Aston villa man city last game where Aston villa dominated city

[@user-yd3mc4zp9j]

戦術的に高度でその面では面白い試合でしたね 序盤プレスの噛み合いが悪く前線から降りてくるシティーの選手を捕まえられなかったがブロックを引きスペースを消しながらカウンター狙うアーセナル 後半になると中央割れないと判断したペップはグリとドクを入れてワイドに張らせてサイドを大きく使ってきた アーセナルはそこで冨安とパーティを入れて対処しつつトロとライスを守備から解放して攻勢に出ようとしたがコンディションが上がってない2人では対応できずその面でアルテタの企通りにはいかなかったかな 結果的にシティーの57試合連続ゴール記録を止めてリーグ戦2試合枠内2で押さえ込んだという成果は素晴らしかった

[@Chip_Fuse]

The only thing worth noticing in that underwhelming match was the break Arsenal had where Trossard received the pass from Odegaard and instead of squaring it to Martinelli who would have been 1-on-1 then, he cut inside to his right foot, took on his defender and then decided to shoot on his left foot. It's in these moments that you need intelligence.

[@theboss-by5gd]

yea that was a real let down.But then again its how Trossard goes about his game so cant really expect anything else there

[@anonymous-rb3jn]

Tbf, since he wasn't confident enough to take the first touch on his left foot, his pass to Martinelli probably wouldn't have been the best. Haaland also missed the ball when he got the chance. Against City, teams always get chances like this but fumble. Jokes aside, teams are scared of them away without their own fans backing them.

[@GuyJames]

I think that in a nutsell is both Trossard's strength and weakness - he doesn't want to lose possession so he doesn't take those split-second opportunities that arise and disappear while he takes an extra touch- that's why he'll always be a very good player rather than a great one

[@user-cv8fd4ez7z]

Arteta used the same tactic Porto used against them in the UCL first leg. A mid block.

[@user-re6ne4iw4v]

How can I communicate with you

[@josephlouis6202]

Hi. Pls do a pre-match tactical Analysis between Arsenal vs Bayen

[@ahmedjan5813]

Over thinking gourdiola unnecessary tweaks players out of position, had Arsenal taken chances it could have been loss

[@yenziwemotha3049]

Bro Parked the bus, it's that simple. if it was Mourinho or Simeone the narrative would be different

[@issayasmelese2880]

I have never seen a more boring match than this. Arteta literally at times played a 5-5-0, even Mourinho's tactics weren't this boring. If this game showed one thing, it is that Klopp is the only coach that doesn't fear Pep.

[@tumwajoel7271]

Doesn't fear Pep yet failed to beat Pep. What's the point?

[@issayasmelese2880]

@@tumwajoel7271 Klopp has beaten Pep more than Pep has beaten Klopp. That's the point. And also he didn't need to park the bus

[@Taijuu1]

@@issayasmelese2880klopp has never won against pep at ethiad in premalso arteta told his team to go and wallop liverpool multiple times which they have so its klopp he doesnt fear and i’d much rather he fears a serial winner rather than a serial bottler

[@cole8957]

Wher is the United Liverpool breakdown? Still waiting on that video buddy

[@diegoclark7697]

Not comimg bruh

[@SuperMikelArteta]

​@@diegoclark7697They don't do midtables 😂😂

[@diegoclark7697]

@@SuperMikelArteta 😹😹😹tell him

[@enganche5584]

Noone is trying to look at Ten Hag's catashtrophic out of possession shape

[@7viking]

Adam Clery on FourFourtTwo did it. It was as was observable, nothing extraordinarily genius, just Ten Hag's regular 5 at the back, 5 at the front tactic.

[@JonasFilberg]

🙏🏿

[@javierong889]

There's no denying arteta has managed to coach one of arsenal's biggest issues last season, which was defensive solidarity. Their shape and pressing were all timed to perfection. However, i felt arsenal could have shown more attacking intent, to try get the win rather than settling for a draw.

[@wikingzwolina4716]

It seems Arteta gambled this gameplan on assumption that city need to get 3 points slightly more than them and so they would take more risk in late minutes. Pep apparently did not, at least not enough. By that they possibly gave away league title to Liverpool.

[@Chip_Fuse]

It's like Mario and Bowser fighting over Peach while Yoshi is secretly piping her in the castle.

[@lordtea]

@@Chip_Fuse is this ntr version of Mario lmao 🤣

[@lkhalil5181]

Still 9 games to go bud

[@nathanbrownornb]

Give the title to Liverpool when we have a superior GD? 😂 that makes no sense. We win our next game and we are back on top football isn’t so black and white. Still lots to play for

[@lordtea]

@@nathanbrownornb I like your confidence but remember this type of confidence will haunted u back Remember liverpool had this type of confidence but getting bottled with just 1 point twice

[@AM_TIME_FLY]

Can you do seri a videos

[@sahilbani7020]

Pep must have thought what if he had Cancelo today

[@wahidj4773]

He has gomez, an excellent crosser. But somehow he doesnt trust him.

[@dennardleonard1228]

TACTICAL GAME OF THE SEASON

[@Farrisss]

For me I saw Crystal Palace instead of Arsenal yesterday.

[@liboyister]

Crystal palace never gave you a thrashing 1-O...

[@podSnippets_10]

Can we get an analyzes of what is wrong with Ten hag's tactics.

[@Chip_Fuse]

Could be a mini docu-series.

[@lordtea]

Too long

[@Kagawa71]

@@Chip_Fuse😂😂😂😂

[@GuyJames]

@@Chip_Fusecould be, but I think 'leaves a massive gap between attack and defence' would be the main point

[@josephnzioki8884]

You want a whole documentary here😂

[@eimanbadri276]

Unbeatable by city season 23 24 🔥🔴⚪💪🏻

[@amirrul2153]

Is this the only way to stop city? I'm interested if you have some tactical ideas on how to counter them.

[@Chip_Fuse]

One way I can think of is through creating utter chaos. Those City players aren't trained meticulously for that.

[@amirrul2153]

@@Chip_Fuse I don't know what counts as chaos but maybe if somehow a team can adapt the Spain squad tactics with all midfielders on the front which rotates every now n then. Probably could bamboozled city's defense. The caveat is you are lacking in goal threats. Its just a thought..

[@conta-fake6723]

Klopp

[@lordtea]

@@conta-fake6723 klopp method is effective but required higher risks higher reward

[@GuyJames]

@@Chip_Fuseyeah I think Klopp would say that's the way to go, just really go at them and unsettle them. I don't think Arsenal have the tools to do that though, it's much easier if you have someone like Trent feeding Darwin and Salah, plus a good defence. Will be interesting if they meet Leverkusen in next season's CL to see how Alonso goes about it. I think Arteta got it right with the tools at his disposal, although it was a dull watch

[@nilmarwolf4582]

for some people who said it is chess, i don’t even know chess is a game looking for a draw😗 look at Liverpool, the way they play against MC, that is a team wanna become champion

[@DrakeDHDerr]

And man city were doing everything in their power to lose that game, forgot how to pass, and defend. They were honestly very lucky

[@michaelchandra9069]

City really missed Gundogan this season. Really underrated player

[@juniormynos9457]

I'm a spurs fans for a few years. I'm not from England so what drew me to Tottenham was a curiosity. Can a premiere league club challenge for titles without high and outrageous spending? I think Ange is perfect for Spurs in this aspect. By bringing in a manager with an eye for unrecognized talent, I think this project will reveal the answer

[@heavyballs00]

Leicester 15-16, Liverpool 19-20 if you're talking low net spend rather than gross spend. Just Google it.

[@onokalachiemeka502]

Did arsenal play a low block

[@instancesofawol7968]

Arteta as a footballer was pretty good, he ran the arsenal midfeild when he played for them. - Now klop is leaving liverpool, and the klop v pep era is over... step in areta to take his place. -

[@lamin1825]

Did PEP intentionally deploy this tactic to bait Ancelotti to sit deep once again?

[@oo-jn7ee]

tbh there were alot of runs through spaces that were never picked out by city players.

[@munguci12]

Arteta's a monstrous beast. He's destined to be a problem to many teams

[@ossaiezekieltochukwu1665]

Porto😂 but arsenal was lucky it could go both ways in the penalty kick out

[@FLORIDA_MAN_813]

@@ossaiezekieltochukwu1665who went through? Was it Porto?

[@theboss-by5gd]

idk why but this seemed like a perfect game for someone like Mahrez to just get on the field and win City the game.Someone with the ability like his could have easily won City the game.Shame he isnt there at the club anymore tho

[@cyril038]

I also feel like Gundo is missed too. He created so much open space in the middle for city when he was playing. Also a very clutch player when city needs a goal

[@LTC366]

Gundogan and Mahrez were dangerous, thank God they didnt play yesterday.

[@Herverify]

It was a game of canceling each other's moves like chess players.

[@inamurrehman1237]

Picture you showed are not according to your description, improve it

[@Chip_Fuse]

The videos seem rushed due to the creator's desire to publish the video right after the match. It could wait a day if it means better quality of illustrations and cleaner explanations.

[@user-xi3sv3qt8r]

I would propose between two strikers for Arsenal next season, Man United striker HOJTUND or Juventus striker DUSAN VLAHOVIC. Both strikers fits Arsenal well, they work well and Can dribble to score,with our midfielder any of them Can score 30 goals for Arsenal. I don't like Man city striker,he's only score by chance and does not have football sense and can't take a defender ONE on.ONE. Please Arsenal use your Money well,don't fall for Tony, Jesus with other Can get You any of the two mentioned strikers.

[@irmanabdurrahman9328]

Agree when this match was called chess. Cause it was boring😅

[@JDYardie]

It was a snooze fest just like watching chess agreed

[@mohammedcassim1816]

Liverpool would’ve had it wrapped up if VAR was fair

[@techwizard89]

U never make analysis on manu matches 😢😢😢 only city arsenal and Liverpool

[@fredo5425]

Arteta played david moyes ball

[@user-eu6wp6ws7c]

If Moyes was that good he'd have won the league.

[@boblewiscomedy2377]

Im i the only one who noticed that you completely ignored Ten Hag's masterclass against Klopp in the FA cup? I wonder if you would have ignored making the video if Klopp had won😅

[@nkajjaduncan5936]

We don't do mid table teams here

[@FLORIDA_MAN_813]

What were the tactics? Defend like shit, concede 3 goals, and white knuckle it to a win. There was no tactical masterclass it was a slug fest like a heavyweight boxing match

[@ToniVasachi]

City lacked more aggressive and one v one unstoppable striker

[@mugojr4766]

😂 the didn't want to loose the ball against a tactical attacking arsena. You saw how the arsenal chances left city open.

[@nasserpro-3647]

09--

[@mrfactos8324]

High level chess match? No thank you I'd rather watch lower level league match

[@ghostjacker]

Prefer checkers to chess, tbh. No wonder the game was so ...(fill in the blank)

[@kieranbarnbrock5219]

I get it tactics wise it was interested but that was the worst game I've ever watched nothing happened

[@jalilsalomon5587]

While watching this match, did you guys snore like "Hoooonk mimimimi" or "Hoooonk shoooo"

[@thisricardopalma]

Football is about putting the ball in the net, not killing you to death with useless passing....I almost fell a sleep yesterday

[@jacobmiller7684]

No tactics. Gunners just parked the bus. What a waste of time.

[@el_gringo9211]

No chess match here arsenal decided to play like atletico they had an average of 27% possession they feared if they go toe to toe with city they will fail

[@kelvinbrownbomah9366]

You forgot Arsenal even with an average possession of 27% created the most Dangerous Chances and had more shots on Target than City! It’s not about the Quantity of Possessions; especially when all your possessions are Tik-tak and back passes..; Rather, it’s about the Quality of the Possessions in general!

[@bartholomewchukwumebuka]

​@@kelvinbrownbomah9366bro Arsenal parked the bus and looked to hit city on the counter Doesn't mean you played well Check the Liverpool Vs Man united first match Man united had the most dangerous chances cause they did the same thing Imagine if city parked the bus and countered arsenal ? With their quality ? Bias Everywhere 😊

[@as-sadiqajogeozovehe3834]

Hmmm, Shay u know that leave it for arsenal like that I people was around the corner to banter arsenal but ur wasn't coming limelight...buy urself some drugs cos u need it 😎

[@ishmaelsesay7833]

@@bartholomewchukwumebukahow was the first leg played?

[@tatepotency]

Extremely underwhelming, from a spectator's point of view. Otherwise it was just a professional cautious display from both teams, and as someone who plays football I absolutely understand why it was so. Still underwhelming, and not what we'd normally expect from two teams fighting for the title.

[@paochongloi596]

City was awful but Arsenal were more horrible they want to win by City mistake only. Where as City were very poor with the Ball especially final ball.

[@dlo11794]

I don’t understand why Pep doesn’t use Haaland more. He’s very underrated at hold up play but they never allow him to drop deep. Plus even more important is when he drops deep it gives him 10+ yards to make his run in behind at full pace so players can play him in behind. Really not getting the most out of him by making him stay on the last man 24/7

[@loxy100]

He's shit on the ball

[@ryushoryuken8602]

Because Haaland has a tendency to give the ball away when he drops deep his passing can be questionable at times

[@zailkhalsa5261]

Parking the bus and playing for a draw is a tactical encounter?!

[@franknakatsuma4689]

😴😴😴

[@IASP17]

Im very happy that these 2 "geniuses" cancelled each other and gave Liverpool a second victory of the day. Klopp will always be a better coach in my mind than Pep and his boring style. what a fn boring game. grow some balls and play real fn football. not this possession crap.

[@ishteerashid5458]

I know it was a tactical masterclass by both managers and I care the least. It was BORING. You can play an exciting game while being tactical at the same time. Just look at the city vs liverpool games.

[@donsmackem2449]

> a high level chess match pretentious af, it was a shit game of football

[@IamFootballmerc]

Arsenal were just afraid to play an open game because they know city would take advantage of them. Arsenal fans switching from "we will come to etihad n dominate you" to "we expected city to win since they were at home and we defended well"......

[@bibba1003]

Most boring match itw

[@simstander5471]

Both so scared of losing they forgot to try to win. OMG that was a bad watch. No one gets credit

[@amantlebishopthantsha1265]

Not impressive game NOT EVEN TACTICALLY especially from PEP. NO!! 😐

[@ramdinesh2219]

Even relagation teams have someone up top to counter. Arsenal clearly didn't want to win. Don't know if this should be the mentality of table toppers.

[@bojack3827]

Most boring match I have seen for years

[@joezhou4356]

About as dull.

[@iyanuawojuyigbe4928]

Funny how you didn’t mention how the referee helped Arsenal also 😂, which allow them to play their rough tackle 😂

[@designsavedme]

It's called a mature game. Champions level game. Less whining, more football. Do you even watch champions league? You'd understand why they use referees like him

[@iyanuawojuyigbe4928]

@@designsavedme yes I understand why he go sanctioned then 😂 He said mature game 😂, so kicking is now part of mature game, you know nothing dude 😂

[@jacobalexander4167]

You mean the times he ignored certain fouls on arsenal players for city to retain possession?

[@as-sadiqajogeozovehe3834]

Referee never helped anybody that's a tense match what city players rallies round the ref. Why are they punished. Just know city are is invincible but arguably the best team in the world so far

[@ralphsosera3698]

City had more fouls than arsenal

[@cleatusbobby8360]

Man you’re an Arsenal fan 😂 praising arteta and his “adaptability” in this awful game 💀😭

[@Chip_Fuse]

The way Arsenal approached this game was more cautious than bold. If Arsenal fail to win the title, it will be on them.

[@FootballMadeSimple]

Apparently I'm a fan of a new team every week 😂

[@theboss-by5gd]

well arsenal were awful but u gotta say arteta did well to improvise throughout the game.They started both halves on the backfoot but were able to sneak in good phases of play which could been a different story had they got an actual number 9 playing upfront instead of Gabriel Jesus on the wing

[@lordtea]

@@FootballMadeSimple are u the type of the first in the league fans

[@auba_375]

@@Chip_FuseYou don’t go bold against City at home. Even great teams like Real Madrid have been embarrassed at the Eithad in recent years.

[@thabisosamsam6779]

442 block by Arsenal 🙃. But city's squad has honestly downgraded from Gundo to Kovacic from Palmer to Doku ffs😂😂😂😂😂😂 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@celestineifiorah7103]

You are a chelsick fan 😢

[@lordtea]

@@celestineifiorah7103 he is not wrong though

[@Gamer4lyf100]

Palmer. Lmao.

[@StillAwesome21]

Palmer was never a starter for City

[@lordtea]

@@StillAwesome21 does not mean he can't gives impact as a sub

[@ayeTobi]

The only thing that I don’t like Arteta is he play Martinelli instead of Nelson.

[@akeilwilliams6042]

High level garbage

[@iyanuawojuyigbe4928]

Gundogan and mahrez era, city would definitely win this match, how would doku and halland not have a first touch, this is pathetic

[@designsavedme]

What about accepting that the Arsenal manager just knows what happens at Pep's dining table

[@bartholomewchukwumebuka]

​@@designsavedmeor that arteta packed the bus waiting to counter ?

[@briank0022]

What happened to pep beautiful football of 17/18? Akanji and gvardiol are the best attackers in 2024😂

[@jeviasgodasmywitness6753]

Lol

[@wahidj4773]

He has changes so much.

[@imadsocialmedia]

Lmao this is the first time i see arsenal park the buss and defend in a low block just proves the insecurity of arsenal players and the difference of quality between the two 😂😂😂

[@sigfigronath]

its etihad bro

[@ishteerashid5458]

​@@sigfigronath so what? Etihad ain't no fortress. City sometimes even lose at Etihad

[@vicariorogo3339]

If julian alvarez enter the game will change

[@ianhogg4285]

Arteta using highly skilled players as moveable pylons that fouled rather than played. A result, but totally underwhelming as a spectator sport, just as if Mourinho was in the technical area. Manchester trying to play, but couldn´t manage much other than glare at a penalty area packed like a can of sardines.

[@debojyotighosh6733]

City class.... arsenal happy with 1 points..... only defence is not the solution again city...... More pace and more winning mentality is the key against city....its my opinion to Mikel Arteta 😂😂....

[@hassanhh8508]

Arsnal by parking the buses just gave Liverpool Top of the League while they are 2 points behind and they suppose to show us why they deserve to win the league 😂 and what is even more funnier is that they celebrating that Draw 💀😂😂

[@ryanhindley174]

YNWA

[@mrtada8101]

City were more disappointing for not going for the win however i miss the time when arteta would actually try and play and go for the win, now he only cares about results

[@sigfigronath]

fans care about results bro, a point here means city are 3rd and liverpool are 1st with one point. I rather have liverpool on top than city

[@user-jy9um9sy5s]

There is no complex tactics involved. Arsenal just parked the bus. 😂😂😂

[@Tyhrvh]

what a boring game lol. these “geniuses” are only genius at making football boring as shit

[@thembakganyago1918]

Serious question: Arsenal fans do you still believe you can win the league?