ARSENAL go crashing out of the FA Cup at the hands of Manchester City courtesy of Nathan Ake’s second-half strike.
Takehiro Tomiyasu and Leandro Trossard forced Ortega Moreno in to two early saves.
But Ake’s low effort turned out to be the difference maker in what was a cagey affair.
- RESULT: Man City 0-1 Arsenal
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- Man City XI: Moreno; Lewis, Stones, Akanji, Ake; Rodri, De Bruyne, Gundogan; Mahrez, Grealish, Haaland
- Arsenal XI: Turner; Tomiyasu, Holding, Gabriel, Tierney; Xhaka, Partey, Vieira; Trossard, Saka, Nketiah
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Arsenal crash out of the FA Cup following a 1-0 defeat to Manchester City.
Nathan Ake’s second half strike was all that separated the two sides at the end of 90 minutes of competitive Cup action.
While Pep Guardiola and his players are the ones progressing to the next round of this competition, it is still all to play for in the Premier League with an intense title race in motion.
The Spaniard will meet his former apprentice twice more this season, with each game promising to be unmissable.
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Pep Guardiola reacts
When speaking to BBC Sport, the Man City boss said:
“We were definitely better in the second half. Arsenal have taken a step forward. It was a tight game and you realise how good a side they are.
“I did not expect the approach from them – man-to man – it was difficult to build up but we beat the team at the top of the league and are in the next round.
“What a season he [Nathan Ake] is playing. He controlled one of the toughest opponents in the Premier League because Saka is in an incredible moment.
“He is really good in the duels in the box, defending the far post and set pieces is an extra bonus. He is an exceptional guy, there was a period where he didn’t play and he never complained once.”
Credit: Reuters BREAKING: Arsenal target Caicedo wants transfer
Despite tonight’s result, Arsenal fans have found something to smile about as the club’s top transfer target Moises Caicedo has requested a move away from Brighton.
In a statement on Instagram, the midfielder said: “I am grateful to Mr. Bloom and Brighton for giving me the chance to come to the Premier League and I feel I have always done my best for them. I always play football with a smile and with heart.
“I am the youngest of 10 siblings from a poor upbringing in Santa Domingo in Ecuador.
“My dream always to be the most decorated player in the history of Ecuador.
“I am proud to be able to bring in a record transfer fee for Brighton which would allow them to reinvest it and help the club continue to be successful.
“The fans have taken me into their hearts and they will always be in my heart so I hope they can understand why I want to take up this magnificent opportunity. 🙌🏽🙏🏽”
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Mikel Arteta reacts
When speaking to ITV, the Arsenal boss said:
“Really disappointed. I think we could have got much more out of the game. The action decided the game but it was a tight game and that one action changed it all.
“I think we could have dealt with it much better in terms of our discipline when the ball was in the box.
“We had big situations in the game and we didn’t put them away. We can take a lot of positives, I think the way we approached the game and competed. It is really difficult to win against this team but we went head to head with them.
“In the big moments, in big matches you have the make the difference. That is how you win these games.”
Credit: Getty Full Time – Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Mikel Arteta won’t be too disheartened with that result.
His team put in a respectable performance to frustrate Man City on their own turf for the majority of the game, but Pep Guardiola’s side narrowly got the better of the Gunners in the second half.
Nathan Ake’s strike was all that separated the two sides, but Arsenal almost drew level in the final stages with Martin Odegaard and Gabriel Martinelli making a huge impact off the bench.
Despite the result, the away fans were still in full voice after the final whistle as they remain quietly optimistic about the Premier League title race.
Full Time – Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Man City see off their Premier League rivals to advance to the next round of the FA Cup.
Full Time – Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Man City book their spot in the FA Cup fifth round thanks to Nathan Ake’s second half strike.
Credit: Reuters 90+1. Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Four minutes have been added on…
Arsenal could still get something from this game.
88. Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Another chance for Arsenal.
Martinelli drives into the box and attempts to square the ball towards the penalty spot.
It deflects off Gundogan and is directed towards goal, but Ortega is there again to collect.
87. Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Huge chance for Arsenal!
Xhaka exploits a gap in the Man City defence and sends the ball through to Martinelli, but Ortega comes out to collect.
84. Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Arsenal have a corner.
Vieira crosses the ball towards Xhaka in the box, who attempts to flick it on, but Laporte is there to make the clearance.
Martinelli then picks it up on the left and is given the space to drive into the penalty area.
He looks to square the ball, but Ortega can make the stop.
76. Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Man City have also made a change.
Silva is on for De Bruyne.
75. Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Arteta has made his final change.
Odegaard has replaced Saka.
73. Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Saka receives the ball on the left before sending a cross into the box.
Nketiah attempts to get there, but the pass is intercepted.
67. Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Huge chance for Arsenal to get back into the game!
Xhaka sends a cross to Nketiah in the box, but just before the striker can make contact, Laporte gets a crucial touch on the ball to deflect it out of reach!
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66. Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Arsenal respond with two changes.
Zinchenko replaces Tierney.
Martinelli replaces Trossard.
65. Man City 1-0 Arsenal
Alvarez strikes from distance and hits the post with his effort.
The ball then falls to Grealish in the box, who sets it to Ake.
The defender then places it perfectly into the bottom-right corner of the goal! What a finish!
Credit: Reuters 64. GOOOOOAAAAAAALLLLLLLLLL MAN CITY!!!!!!
Ake breaks the deadlock!
Man City take the lead!
59. Man City 0-0 Arsenal
Chance for Arsenal as Vieira attempts a volley from the edge of the penalty area, but his strike flies wide.
58. Man City 0-0 Arsenal
City make two more changes.
Mahrez is replaced by Alvarez.
Lewis is replaced by Walker.
56. Man City 0-0 Arsenal
Turner is called to action immediately after being treated as Man City break forward.
The ball finds De Bruyne on the right, who sends a low driven cross into a dangerous area.
But, the goalkeeper can get down to make the stop.
55. Man City 0-0 Arsenal
Turner will look to play on for now.
53. Man City 0-0 Arsenal
Concern for Arsenal as Turner goes down in the box with a shoulder injury.
Ramsdale is warming up.
Credit: Reuters 51. Man City 0-0 Arsenal
City attempt to break forward as the ball is sent through the Arsenal defence to Haaland.
But, Tomiyasu does well to track back and shields the striker away from goal.
50. Man City 0-0 Arsenal
Arsenal have a free kick in midfield following a foul on Vieira.
The Gunners are looking much more comfortable on the ball.
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