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      I’m a Bolton icon who scored against Arsenal in famous upset – here’s why we will beat Mikel Arteta’s men in Carabao Cup

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      BOLTON legend John McGinlay believes his old club can dump Arsenal out of the Carabao Cup — 30 years after his Highbury heroics.‘Super John’ scored the opening goal when second-tier Wanderers shocked the Gunners in an FA Cup fourth-round replay back in 1994.John McGinlay celebrates his goal against Arsenal at Highbury thirty years ago with Bolton captain Phil BrownCredit: GettyBruce Rioch led Bolton to victory that night- and a year later was Arsenal bossCredit: PA:Press AssociationArsenal had completed an FA Cup and League Cup double the previous season but lost 3-1 after extra-time to Bruce Rioch’s free-flowing side.The Trotters are now in League One but McGinlay, 60,  believes Ian Evatt’s current crop of players are capable of humiliating Mikel Arteta’s men in Wednesday’s third-round tie at the Emirates — despite their poor start to the season.He said: “There were many occasions when Bruce Rioch was in charge of Bolton that we went into games when people gave us no chance.“But we enjoyed proving them wrong — and that is what we have to do against Arsenal.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL“We have some good young players, who just need to go out and express themselves. It’s a free hit and it comes on the back of a big 5-2 win over Reading that was much needed.“It is the sort of night that can really click us into gear for the season. If the players play to their potential there is no reason why they can’t produce a shock.“Arsenal are likely to make changes and that could affect their rhythm so I see it as a great opportunity for Bolton.“They can cause Arsenal problems and it’s an occasion they must enjoy.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSRioch’s Bolton also saw off Everton and Aston Villa on that famous Cup run before losing to Oldham in the last eight.And Scottish striker McGinlay, who made more than 250 appearances in five years at the Trotters,  revealed they EXPECTED to turn Arsenal over.What happened to Highbury?He said: “We were the lower-league team nobody wanted to draw in the Cup.“We had drawn 2-2 with Arsenal at Burnden Park so we knew we could be a match for them.“It was a great feeling to score with a header, then Alan Smith equalised.“Jason McAteer leathered one to put us back in front in extra-time and Andy Walker finished it off.“They had pretty much the England back four, with Tony Adams, Steve Bould, Lee Dixon and Nigel Winterburn in front of David Seaman, and an excellent manager in George Graham.Arsenal are likely to make changes and that could affect their rhythm so I see it as a great opportunity for BoltonJOHN McGINLAY“We respected every team we played but we knew if we played to our maximum, we could get a result. We had David Lee on the right wing — he would rip teams apart with his pace and skill.“One of biggest things was looking back at the footage. Arsenal were on their knees. We were extremely fit but they were out on their feet.“Bruce Rioch was hands down the best manager I played for, there is no question about that.READ MORE SUN STORIESArsenal have a tricky start to the season“He was a great leader. He was a hard taskmaster but he was fair with you.“He was fantastic and, looking back, that win probably sealed the Arsenal job for him.” More

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      Arsenal legend Jens Lehmann stopped by cops for ‘drink driving’ in Lederhosen after ‘necking steins’ at Oktoberfest bash

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      ARSENAL legend Jens Lehmann has been stopped for suspected drink-driving in LEDERHOSEN – after downing steins at Oktoberfest.The Gunners veteran – in goal for the famous ‘Invincibles’ team – was pictured partying at the huge Bavarian beer festival, in Munich, Germany, on Sunday.Jens Lehmann spotted at OktoberfestThe Arsenal goalkeeper in 2006Credit: PA:Press AssociationLehmann at Oktoberfest in 2014Credit: GettyLehmann, 54, was then pulled over by cops outside the beer extravaganza and was staggering and smelled of alcohol, Bild reports.Breath tests had to be abandoned because the ex-Emirates ace was “no longer able to blow” and instead was taken to a police station for further tests.His driver’s licence has been confiscated as a matter of procedure while cops continue looking into the case.Lehmann was earlier pictured in full traditional Bavarian dress with a beer, surrounded by female pals at the festival.Read more on footballFans also spotted him dancing in benches in the Schützenfest tent.A source said: “There are police officers lurking around the Oktoberfest who are supposed to prevent drink driving.”Senior public prosecutor Anne Leiding said: “Mr. Lehmann was subjected to a police check on September 23, 2024 at around 1:30 a.m. due to his unusual driving behavior in a car in the inner city area of Munich.”She added: “The police are said to have noticed a clear smell of alcohol and an unsafe manner.Most read in Football“A breath alcohol test did not produce any usable results, whereupon a blood sample was ordered and the driver’s licence was confiscated.“Our investigations are still pending. Suspicions of drunk driving continue.”Lehmann – who came third at the 2006 World Cup with Germany – has faced a string of trouble with police over recent years.In December 2023 he was fined £400,000 by the Starnberg District Court, in Bavaria, for chainsawing his neighbour’s garage roof to get a better view of Lake Starnberg.A court also previously heard he drove bumper-to-bumper behind a car under a barrier in order to avoid paying parking fees at Munich Airport.In 2009 Lehmann was dropped by then team Stuttgart for partying at Oktoberfest without permission.He is a regular at the festival and in 2012 was picture there with Sol Campbell in full traditional Bavarian dress. He was pictured at the festival with Didier Drogba in 2011.Lehmann famously became the first player to be sent off in a European Cup final after tripping Barcelona striker Samuel Eto’o, in 2006.READ MORE SUN STORIESJens Lehmann told Blild: “I can’t say anything about it at the moment.”A spokesman for Munich police declined to comment. More

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      Premier League clubs ‘send concerns about Arsenal gamesmanship to PGMOL’ as Arteta’s side accused of ‘dark arts’

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      PREMIER LEAGUE clubs have flagged concerns about Arsenal’s use of the “dark arts” last season.And clubs might just do the same again after Sunday’s 2-2 draw with Manchester City.Premier League clubs have raised concerns over Arsenal’s time-wasting to the PGMOLThe Gunners stand accused of employing the ‘dark arts’ during their 2-2 draw with CityThe Daily Mail reports that Arsenal’s apparent gamesmanship was the talk of the top flight last year.Coaching staff and analysts across the division openly and frequently discussed the “dark arts” from the Gunners among themselves.Arsenal were on the receiving end of heavy criticism after their trips to Newcastle and Wolves in 2023 and when Brighton gained momentum in the Seagulls’ defeat last December – to name but a few.Mikel Arteta’s side were again accused of using delaying tactics as they aimed to hold on to their 2-1 lead in the second half at the Eithad.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSArsenal were down to ten men after Leandro Trossard was booked for kicking the ball away in the eighth minute of first-half stoppage time.Arsenal midfielder Myles Lewis-Skelly also received a yellow card while on the touchline at 65 minutes – half an hour before making his Prem debut.The 17-year-old was cautioned after walking behind David Raya’s goal shortly before the keeper went down with cramp ahead of goal kick.The Mail report cites the PGMOL revealed the midfielder was cautioned for “showing a lack of respect for the game”.Most read in FootballReferee Michael Oliver booked Myles Lewis-Skelly before his Prem debutGoalscorer Gabriel went down with cramp several timesFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSSky Sports pundit Gary Neville claimed on commentary: “There is no doubt that is a tactic.”Several other stars went down with curious injuries such as cramp – but they were forced into working hard to stop Man City scoring.’Stay humble,’ Erling Haaland tells Arteta who gives him brutal death stare before Gabriel Jesus confronts Man City ace Arsenal retreated into a low block to frustrate the hosts.But sub John Stones equalised for City with almost the last kick of the game in the 98th minute.Tempers boiled over in the aftermath, with Erling Haaland seen arguing with Gabriel Jesus, and Bernardo Silva had plenty to infer when he said Liverpool had always faced City “head on”.SunSport reported this week that Arsenal have wasted the most time on average so far this season.The data looked at how long it takes to restart the game after it stops for corners, free-kicks, goal kicks, kick-offs, penalties, drop balls and throw-ins.And the Gunners take an average of 33.5 seconds each time – the joint-longest in the league alongside Aston Villa.In a press conference on Tuesday, Arteta said: “We have already moved on and are ready to battle again.”Mikel Arteta’s side are caught in a time-wasting storm More

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      Arsenal backed into joint-favourites with Man City after Rodri’s season-ending injury

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      ARSENAL have been backed into joint-favourites to win the Premier League – despite throwing away two points late on at the Etihad.Mikel Arteta’s men are also already two points off holders – and new fierce rivals – Manchester City after just five games.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereCoral: Claim £20 in free bets here*Premier League outright marketCoral pricesArsenal 11/8, Man City 11/8Liverpool 11/2Chelsea 22/1Man Utd 50/1Aston Villa, Newcastle, Tottenham 66/1But reports of pivotal midfielder Rodri’s injury ruling him out for the season has caused a shift in the outright market with bookmakers Coral.The Gunners currently sit fourth but could quite easily be top of the league had they not switched off in the dying seconds on Sunday.Arteta’s side parked the bus and almost left with all three points despite Leandro Trossard’s first half red card which changed the game.But the landscape of the game had changed earlier than that when Rodri went down clutching his knee on 20 minutes, forcing him off.Arsenal would equalise a minute later through Riccardo Calafiori.Reports yesterday claimed it was a season-ending injury the Spaniard picked up and he was later pictured arriving in Barcelona to have further tests carried out by a specialist.It’s a crushing blow to Pep Guardiola and co who have often relied on the defensive midfielder.That’s confirmed in the stats when City have lost A THIRD of the Premier League games he’s missed since arriving at the club (seven losses in 21 games missed) and holding an 11% defeat ratio in his 174 appearances.He led the stats last season in touches, carries and completed passes last season too.City missing their key man for the season has forced the bookmakers to react and despite Arsenal only taking a point on Sunday, their odds have been cut into joint-favouritism.The pair now lead the outright market at 11/8, with Liverpool starting the season strongly at 11/2.Chelsea are 22/1 and Manchester United 50/1, with Aston Villa, Newcastle and Tottenham further back at 66/1.Coral’s John Hill said: “It’s rare for one player to have such an impact on a market like the Premier League outright betting, however, Rodri is such a key player for Manchester City, and we think this is a huge blow to their chances of defending their crown.“We now make Arsenal and Manchester City the joint-favourites for the Premier League title.”Coral: Claim £20 in free bets here*Remember to gamble responsiblyA responsible gambler is someone who:Establishes time and monetary limits before playingOnly gambles with money they can afford to loseNever chase their lossesDoesn’t gamble if they’re upset, angry, or depressedGamcare – www.gamcare.org.ukGamble Aware – www.gambleaware.orgFind our detailed guide on responsible gambling practices here.For help with a gambling problem, call the National Gambling Helpline on 0808 8020 133 or go to www.gamstop.co.uk*18+ New UK & ROI Customers only. Min deposit £5. Min first £5 bet at minimum odds 1/2 to qualify for 1x 20 free bet. Certain deposit methods and bet types excl. Free bet valid for 7 days, stake not returned. Restrictions + T&Cs apply. More

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      Leandro Trossard explains Man City red card to devastated Arsenal stars as dressing room conversation revealed

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      LEANDRO TROSSARD’S words to his Arsenal team-mates after being sent off against Manchester City have been revealed, according to reports.Trossard was controversially shown his marching orders by referee Michael Oliver after barging into the back of Bernardo Silva and then booting the ball away and delaying the restart.What Leandro Trossard said to Arsenal team-mates in the dressing room after being sent off against Man City has been revealedCredit: AlamyTrossard was sent off for delaying the restart just before half-time in the 2-2 drawCredit: APThe latter offence – which Declan Rice was also sent off for against Brighton last month – saw the Belgian shown a red card, leaving Arsenal down to 10 men in trying to defend a 2-1 lead.John Stones eventually broke the Gunners’ stoic defence with a 97th-minute strike to see the fiery game end 2-2.However, according to the Mirror, Trossard told team-mates in the dressing room that he did NOT HEAR Oliver blow his whistle.The report claims Trossard explained how he was actually trying to play a pass and even told the referee about not hearing the whistle blow.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe sending-off was one of several incidents from the clash, with the antics of Erling Haaland, how much time was added on and the waste of time-wasting tactics also prevalent in the post-game discussion.Ex-Premier League referee Mark Halsey exclusively told SunSport series The Whistleblower that Haaland was lucky not to be sent off himself after he was seen throwing the ball at Gabriel’s head after City’s late equaliser.The Arsenal defender has since broken since silence on the incident – branded a “coward’s move” by Ian Wright – by issuing a chilling warning for the reverse fixture at the Emirates.Elsewhere, Opta stats revealed the ball was in play in the second half for 35 minutes, leading many to question where so much extra added time came from.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSFourth official Andy Madley had originally signalled for six additional minutes before two more were played out – with City scoring their equaliser in the 97th minute.On the other hand, it was revealed Arsenal took 42.7 seconds to restart the game after being awarded either a corner, goal-kick, free-kick or throw-in.’Stay humble,’ Erling Haaland tells Arteta who gives him brutal death stare before Gabriel Jesus confronts Man City ace We thought games like this had been lostSunSport’s NEIL CUSTIS hails chaotic Man City vs Arsenal clash as a return to the Premier League of yesteryear.FOR two teams who have done so much to take the game forward this really was a tremendous throwback.We thought these games had been lost.Real feisty encounters between two rivals fighting for the top honours.How we used to love it when Manchester United came up against Arsenal when Sir Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger were in charge.When Roy Keane, watching on as a TV pundit here, used to clash with Patrick Vieira before a ball had been kicked.The Manchester derbies used to have it as well.In fact that were clashes everywhere throughout the league.Since then the emphasis on the beauty of the game, the tactical side, the ball playing centre-back, the false nine, the inverted full-backs have all come to the fore.But English football still loves something like this.Compare this to the two matches between this pair last season not least the really STALEmate here.Then along comes a blood and thunder classic.A match to set the tone for what we all hope will be a real title tussle to the end but with that added edge.While these two managers maybe good friends who knows we may even get the niggly comments in pre-match press conferences about each others teams.We knew we were in for something a bit different as straight from the kick-off Kai Havertz charged into Rodri and left him flawed.The first players’ melee ensued.Foreign coaches often scratch their heads as to why English crowds love stuff like this.Love a thumping tackle, or a bit of a barney.How that as much as any sweeping move gets them to the edge of their seats and there was plenty of that here.Jurrien Timber was employed on the right to combat the pace of Jeremy Doku.SO Doku just charged into him and floored him.Rodri was clearly seen as one of City’s key men so at a corner Thoams Party followed up Havertz’s early example and caught him behind the knee, and the player hobbled out of the action.Gabriel and Erling Haaland was a classic battle between a big centre-forward and an Arsenal centre-back who performs like greats of old like Tony Adams and Martin Keown.A player for whom a thumping tackle warrants the same high fives or celebrations as something defining at the other end of the pitch.Haaland did brilliantly to pull away William Saliba and slip behind Gabriel for his goal.Gabriel will have been fuming having kept the big Norwegian so quiet last season.He barely gave him another sniff of goal, barring a second-half header saved, as he stuck to him, the pair often pushing and shoving one another as Haaland became frustrated with his shadow.Leandro Trossard did not get his second yellow and therefore the only red for the actual barge on Bernardo as everyone first thought but for kicking the ball away after that.Both technical areas were a flurry of arm waving and shouting from the two managers.The staff on the two benches started having a go at each other and Guardiola had to intervene.In the press box one of Arsenal’s technical staff was losing it.As Arsenal players went down with cramp and played for time the boos went up.The fourth official was getting in the ear.Michael Oliver was being told he was not fit to referee by a large section of the home support.When Arsenal fans were spotted in the posh seats having been in the expensive tunnel club City fans shouted and pointed to try and get them ejected.Right at the end after City’s dramatic equaliser and the game restarted Haaland barged into Partey and every player on the pitch got involved even the two goalkeepers.At the final whistle the ref was harrangued.On the touchline Guardiola and Arteta hugged. 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      Roy Keane tells Mikel Arteta ‘show a bit of class’ after Arsenal manager’s comments as he weighs in on red card decision

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      ROY KEANE has slammed Mikel Arteta for his lack of “class” after the Arsenal manager hinted at inconsistencies in his post-match interview.Arteta was clearly furious with referee Michael Oliver after 10-man Arsenal’s chaotic 2-2 draw at Manchester City on Sunday.Mikel Arteta has criticised the officiating performance in a frosty post-match interview following his side’s 2-2 draw at Manchester CityAnd Roy Keane told the Arsenal boss to have ‘some class’Trossard was shown a second yellow card on the stroke of half-time for kicking the ball away and delaying the restart, after he’d shoved into the back of Bernardo Silva, with the scoreline at 2-1 to the visitors.Arteta was enraged on the touchline, pulling his jumper up over his head in disbelief. He was just as frustrated in his frosty post-match interview with Sky Sports.The Spaniard alluded to inconsistencies in Oliver’s decision-making after City winger Jeremy Doku escaped punishment for kicking the ball away earlier in the first half.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSArteta said: “There were two incidents, very similar.”In particular, one was very different with a different outcome that forces you to play a game that nobody wanted to watch.”When quizzed on Trossard’s dismissal, Arteta responded icily: “You can ask me, but it’s that obvious I don’t have to comment.”Reacting to Arteta’s comments, Sky pundit Roy Keane said that the Arsenal manager’s frustrations were misplaced.Most read in FootballLeandro Trossard was sent off following a second yellow for kicking the ball awayArteta gave the fourth official an earfulArteta couldn’t watch anymore as he covered his faceJeremy Doku escaped punishment for kicking the ball away at 1-1FOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSFormer Manchester United captain Keane said: “Managers are coming out every week saying every decision is against them. Just come out and accept it. “Deep down he’ll be satisfied with a point. Show a bit of class as the manager of Arsenal.Fans joke Man City need ‘116th charge’ after spotting what Pep Guardiola did in Arsenal pre-match interview”Say he probably deserved the red card, we reacted well and we move on.”That’s the end of it. Take your medicine and move on. Show a bit of class.”Keane later added: “Wouldn’t it be good if a manager came out after a game and just said ‘Yeah, you know what he was a bit silly, it was a yellow card.”Just come out and be big enough… players do daft stuff on a football pitch, come out and show a bit of class.”And say: ‘The referee gave him a chance to send him off. We’re disappointed but we move on’.”But pundits are split on the Doku incident with Keane, and Alan Shearer, later pointing out that the Belgian was asked to pass the ball back towards Declan Rice for a free-kick by Oliver. But Doku hit the ball way past the England international.Arsenal ratings vs Man CityTEN-MAN Arsenal came desperately close to beating Man City.Unfortunately for Mikel Arteta’s men, John Stones popped up in the 98th minute to score an equaliser with the match ending 2-2.Here’s how the players rated…DAVID RAYA – 9Well beaten for Haaland’s opener but continued his impressive start to the season with some super second half stops – notably from Haaland and Gvardiol. RICARDO CALAFIORI – 8A full debut the Italian won’t forget. Didn’t get close enough to Savinho for the opening goal but made amends with his stunning long range curler to level it.GABRIEL – 9Planted one header over but made no mistake with his second one just before the break to score for the second straight weekend.WILLIAM SALIBA – 8Clattered by Haaland early on and lost the Norwegian for City’s goal – but dusted himself down and led the rearguard action for the visitors superbly.JURRIEN TIMBER – 8Asked to play an unfamiliar role on the right but did a great job for his boss keeping the livewire Doku quiet – and did fine when Pep changed it around too.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 7Caused Walker plenty of problems in the first half. Played the ball back for Calafiori to score and teed up another great chance for Trossard.DECLAN RICE – 7Helped Arsenal work their way back into the game after early onslaught – and protected the back four so well when City were camped on the edge of the box.THOMAS PARTEY – 7Quick thinking from free-kick led to equaliser – also involved in the collision with Rodri that changed the course of the game.BUKAYO SAKA – 6Always a threat with his corners – not least when Arsenal got their second. Subbed at the break to make way for an extra defender.LEANDRO TROSSARD – 4Steered good chance over. Booked for pulling back Savinho then a second yellow for barge on Silva and then delaying the restart. Stupid from the Belgian.  KAI HAVERTZ – 7Early collision with Rodri and caused a few problems in the first half but then had to focus on helping his 10 man team out defensively.SUBSWHITE – 7(For Saka 46) – Thrown on to shore up the defence at the break – and did exactly that.KIWIOR – 6(For Calafiori 74 )– Gave the Italian a rest for the final few minutes and kept it tight.JESUS – 6(For Martinelli 87) – Some good pressing against his old team in the closing minutesLEWIS SKELLY – 6(For Timber 90) – Good experience for the youngster but was bizarrely booked before even coming on for his debut.Click here to read more on Arsenal.And Paul Merson said: “If Doku can’t play it to Rice he shouldn’t be playing football.“He’s kicking the ball away in my opinion. Rice is there, and he’s kicked it to there. “We’ve got to use a bit of common sense here otherwise we’ll just be sending people off left, right and centre.”It’s the second time this season Arsenal have had a player sent off for delaying the restart after Rice was given his marching orders in a 1-1 draw with Brighton at the Emirates.Arsenal went into half-time 2-1 up after goals from Riccardo Calafiori and Gabriel turned the game on its head following Erling Haaland’s early opener – his 100th for the club.READ MORE SUN STORIESBut Trossard’s red card changed the game as Arsenal felt compelled to park the bus for 45 minutes as Ben White replaced Bukayo Saka at the break.Arteta’s side were mere seconds away from producing one of the finest defensive performances in Prem history and securing a historic win at the Etihad before John Stones equalised in the 97th minute.John Stones levelled for City at the deathErling Haaland threw the ball at Gabriel’s head after Stones’ last-second equaliser More

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      Two Arsenal stars fail to make a single pass against Man City in never-before-seen Premier League record

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      TWO Arsenal stars broke a never-before-seen Premier League passing record against Manchester City. Arsenal looked on the way to a famous 2-1 victory at the Etihad despite going down to ten men.Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal drew 2-2 with Man CityCredit: ReutersErling Haaland opened the scoring on nine minutes before Riccardo Calafiori sensationally levelled with a left-footed strike. Gabriel then nodded the Gunners ahead from a corner just before the break but there was still time for Leandro Trossard to be shown red. Two yellows saw the Belgium international sent off and Arsenal left with the almighty task of holding onto victory. And they looked on course to doing so up until John Stones’ late leveller EIGHT minutes into added time. READ MORE IN football Forward Kai Havertz was forced to help defensively – as was makeshift full-back Jurrien Timber. And it came at the cost of creativity as neither recorded a single successful pass during the match. It broke an Opta record for outfield players who played 89+ minutes of a Prem match and failed to complete a single pass. Sensationally, it happened twice in the same game as Havertz failed with five attempts and Timber with six. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSThe points were shared in Manchester as Gunners boss Mikel Arteta hailed his side’s valiant defensive effort. Arteta said: “It’s impossible. It’s very hard already against 11 players, impossible. Furious Pep Guardiola lashes out and kicks chair with Man City stars fuming at Arsenal’s stunning equaliser”Because we are put under pressure to defend with six in our box time and time and time after time. That’s it.”Unbelievable, I’m so proud of them. When you survive like that that many minutes, to concede like that the way we did, because we had to play 97 minutes then 99, I was very disappointed. “But at the same time, I have to be proud of them.”Arteta hailed his side’s defensive effortsCredit: PA More

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      Watch moment Erling Haaland throws ball at Arsenal rival’s head after last-second equaliser in huge Premier League clash

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      ERLING HAALAND rubbed salt into the wounds of Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes by throwing the ball at his HEAD seconds after John Stones’ equaliser.Stones rescued a crucial point for defending champions Manchester City in the 98th minute of their Etihad clash.John Stones broke Arsenal hearts with a 98th minute equaliserCredit: ALAMYThe Gunners were left crestfallen by the last-gasp equaliserCredit: REUTERSErling Haaland rubbed salt into their wounds by throwing the ball at Gabriel Magalhaes’ headCredit: SKY SPORTSThe England defender made it 2-2 in the dying embers of the game by bundling home the ball after it kindly deflected to him in the box.Ten men Arsenal – who defending valiantly – cut crestfallen figures after being denied what would have been a historic victory at Eastlands.And Haaland trolled a dejected Gabriel by bouncing the ball off the back of his head as he raced away to celebrate with his team-mates.His cheeky act didn’t go unnoticed by footie fans, with one writing: “Haaland throwing the ball at Gabriel’s head after the goal hahahahaha.”READ MORE ON CITY VS ARSENALAnother said: “Haaland is an a**hole. Why [did] he throw the ball off that man’s head?”And another said with a series of laughing emojis: “Haaland throwing the ball at Gabriel’s head.”One remarked: “So Haaland is allowed to throw the ball directly into the back of Gabriel’s head while his back is turned without any sort of consequence?”And chimed in: “Haaland throwing the ball at the back of Gabriel’s head to celebrate the goal.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSCity remained top of the Premier League table thanks to John Stones’ equaliserCredit: REX”This is apparently ok by the refs and VAR.”Haaland lit the blue touch paper in what was a pulsating clash of title challengers in the ninth minute.Furious Pep Guardiola lashes out and kicks chair with Man City stars fuming at Arsenal’s stunning equaliserBut Gunners newboy Riccardo Calafiori drew the visitors level with a sensational finish from outside the box in the 22nd minute.Gabriel headed the visitors into the lead in first-half stoppage time, in which Leandro Trossard saw red for receiving a second booking for time wasting.The North Londoners defended admirably but were ultimately unable to stop the relentless Citizens from breaching their goal for a second time.The draw has left City and the Gunners in first and fourth place in the Prem table with 13 and 11 points to their names respectively. More