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      Inside Man Utd’s wild two-day bender after winning Champions League as Paul Scholes admits he didn’t sleep for 48 hours

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      MANCHESTER UNITED stars partied for days after winning the Champions League in 1999.Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt revealed they did not sleep for 48 hours after the Red Devils beat Bayern Munich in Barcelona.Paul Scholes did not sleep for two days after winning the Champions LeagueCredit: YouTube/Football’s GreatestNicky Butt also partied for daysThe pair were part of the famous Class of 92 that helped United win the TrebleCredit: Getty – ContributorUnited won the final at the Nou Camp in BarcelonaCredit: GettyAfter lifting the trophy the players travelled back to the hotel where they met friends and families before embarking on the biggest of all parties.Scholes revealed his partying continued into the morning – hours before he flew back to Manchester with the rest of the squad.Butt recalled the story on the Football’s Greatest show, saying: “From that minute we got into the party I think that was a two-day party bender.”Scholes then interjected, adding: “I was going to say I don’t think I went to bed…I was still walking around Barcelona until half seven in the morning the day after with my dad and his mate.READ MORE ON MAN UTD”We were in a bar around the corner from a hotel at 7:30am, we were flying in two hours.”Butt was in the same boat as his team-mate as the party took hold.He continued: “I didn’t go to bed either. I remember having the medal around my neck and my suit on for three days.”We must have been stinking. Champagne on you, we just didn’t go to bed.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe fun did not stop there as once back in Manchester they were greeted by hoards of supporters for the trophy parade.Scholes admitted he was “virtually asleep” sitting at the back of the bus during the parade while Butt continued celebrating for two more days as nobody wanted to stop.Paul Scholes reveals Sir Alex Ferguson had Eighties pop icon training with Man Utd More

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      Fans say ‘Premier League is SO back’ after hearing Gary Neville’s ‘goalgasm’ in thrilling finale to Man City vs Arsenal

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      GARY NEVILLE sent fans into a frenzy with his “goalgasm” after John Stones’ dramatic late equaliser for Manchester City against Arsenal.Mikel Arteta’s Gunners looked set for a famous win heading into the dying seconds at the Etihad having held a 2-1 lead for more than half the match with 10 men.John Stones scored a 98th-minute equaliser for Manchester City against ArsenalCredit: GettyGary Neville produced a ‘goalgasm’ after Stones’ last-gasp strikeCredit: GettyBut it was not to be for the visitors as substitute Stones popped up to lash home and ensure the points were shared in a fiery encounter.The commentary for the goal was widely praised by those on social media, with many focusing on Neville’s shriek.Peter Drury could be heard shouting: “It’s 2-2 at the very last!”But over the top of the lead commentator came Neville’s shout of “Ohhhhh,” a noise he has been known to make when dramatic goals go in.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLJamie Carragher also joined in with a gobsmacked reaction of his own.But it was the “goalgasm” from Neville – which he famously produced when Fernando Torres scored for Chelsea in a Champions League semi-final against Barcelona 12 years ago – that led to much reaction online.One fan said: “Gary Neville having an orgasm over a goal. The Premier League is so back.”While another added: “Gary Neville was on his knees for that goal.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSA third replied: “Neville put my head on a different stratosphere.”And a fourth responded: “The way Neville and Carragher reacted during that Stones equaliser oh my goddd.”‘It’s like throwing a punch’ | Why Haaland could be banned for launching ball at Gabriel’s headNeville, who tipped Arsenal to win the Premier League at the start of the season, also admitted during his post-match analysis he may now be re-considering his pick in the title race.The result leaves Man City one point clear of Liverpool and Aston Villa at the top of the table, with Arsenal a further one point back. More

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      Neal Maupay has already started the s***housery in Ligue 1 as he ‘drinks Lyon’s tears’ following late winner over rivals

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      NEAL MAUPAY is back to his old tricks shortly after leaving the Premier League for Marseille.Maupay, 28, left Everton and joined L’OM on loan with an obligation to buy for £3million next summer, which means Prem fans won’t get to experience any more of his controversial banter.Neal Maupay trolled Lyon fans after Marseille’s dramatic winCredit: https://www.instagram.com/nealmaupay/Maupay became famous for his controversial banter in the Premier LeagueCredit: GettyThe same, though, doesn’t apply for Ligue 1 fans as he poured salt on Lyon supporters’ wounds on social media after Sunday’s entertaining clash at the Groupama Stadium.The striker came from the bench in the 79th minute as he replaced Luis Henrique when the score was 1-1.Duj Caleta-Car opened the scoring for Lyon after 53 minutes before Pol Lirola’s equaliser 16 minutes later.Maupay helped 10-man Marseille, who lost Leonardo Balerdi to a second yellow card after just five minutes, turn the game around as Ulisses Garcia scored eight minutes before time.Read More on FootballRayan Cherki levelled things up for Lyon in the third minute of stoppage time.But Norwich loanee Jonathan Rowe scored a last-gasp winner just two minutes later to spark intense celebrations at the away end.Maupay then took to social media to add insult to injury as he shared a story on Instagram of himself drinking water from a Lyon water bottle.The ex-Brighton star appeared to act like he was drinking the home fans’ tears.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSMaupay is no stranger to these sort of stunts as he carried out similar gestures during his seven-year stint in the Premier League with Brentford, Brighton and Everton.The forward imitated Tottenham star James Maddison’s darts celebration in January, before taking shots at the versatile midfielder on social media.Embarrassing footage emerges of Premier League star Neal Maupay falling over in lift while in just swimming trunksAnd the Frenchman celebrated his departure from Everton during last month’s transfer deadline day like he had escaped a prison.Maupay uploaded a clip from the famous film “The Shawshank Redemption” showing lead character Andy Dufresne, played by Tim Robbins, escaping prison and celebrating wildly.Who are these famous footballers? More

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      Watch shocking moment ex-Man Utd star ‘almost sparks riot’ as he’s held back during wild argument with home fan

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      FORMER Manchester United goalkeeper Sergio Romero had to be restrained by club officials after he lost his temper with a fan.Romero confronted a Boca Juniors supporter in the aftermath of his side’s 1-0 defeat to bitter rivals River Plate in the Superclasico – Argentina’s biggest domestic clash.Former United keeper Sergio Romero had it out with a fan from his own teamThe goalkeeper had to be restrained by officials and team-matesThe confrontation almost sparked a mass brawl inside the The BomboneraFormer West Ham star Manuel Lanzini scored the only goal of the game in 20th minute and it ended with nine yellow cards across both sides.Boca’s 97th minute equaliser was cancelled out after VAR concluded the ball touched Milton Gimenez’s hand before crossing the line.As a result of the disallowed goal, chaos ensued with defender Cristian Lema sent off for his protests towards referee Nicolas Ramirez.But things really started to boil over after the full-time whistle was blown.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSOne supporter in particular vented his frustrations toward Romero, who did not take the abuse lightly.The fan put his left hand on Romero’s chest as the 37-year-old lent over the fence and squared up him with spectators pulling them apart.And Romero had to be held back by a combination of Boca officials, fans and his fellow team-mates.Team-mate Leandro Brey eventually managed to pull Romero away as fans continued to hurl abuse at the team and missiles in his direction.Most read in FootballRomero spent six years at United, winning four major trophiesRomero apologised after retiring to the dressing room, telling a local broadcaster: “When the fan insulted me, I couldn’t think anymore and I lost my composure.”He cursed me so hard that I just snapped. I lost my cool and went back to confront him. Huge European derby descends into chaos with on-pitch RIOTS and fireworks hurled into stands”I sincerely apologise to that fan for my reaction, as it is only fair.”Romero was not the only United connection in the Boca Juniors side, with Edinson Cavani and Marcos Rojo also in the starting XI.The loss was Boca’s fourth of the season and left them in 11th place in the Argentinian Primera Division.Romero played the role of the back-up keeper behind David de Gea at United for six years between 2015-21, making 61 appearances.But he left after growing tired with a lack of first-team opportunities.He is the most capped goalkeeper in the history of the Argentina national team, playing over 90 times since his debut in 2009.Romero played back-up to David de Gea at United More

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      Haaland can count himself lucky he’s not facing ban for throwing ball at Gabriel, says ex ref who compares it to PUNCH

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      ERLING HAALAND is lucky he’s not facing a ban for throwing the ball at Gabriel Magalhaes’ head during Manchester City’s thrilling 2-2 draw with Arsenal.That is according to former Premier League referee Mark Halsey who spoke exclusively to SunSport on the latest episode of The Whistleblower.Erling Haaland threw the ball at Gabriel Magalhaes’ head after Manchester City’s equaliserCredit: Sky SportsHaaland could yet be punished for the actCredit: GettyEx-referee Mark Halsey believes there is a decision to be made as to whether Haaland is bannedCredit: AFPMan City salvaged a point in stoppage time after being frustrated by Arsenal’s ten men for almost all of the second half as John Stones scrambled home an equaliser to earn the champions a 2-2 draw.When the ball hit the back of the net, Haaland immediately picked it up and threw it at Gabriel’s head.It came at the end of a fiery encounter – which included both sets of players getting embroiled in an altercation moments later when Haaland dumped Thomas Partey to the ground from the restart.The Norwegian striker, 24, who opened the scoring in the match with his 100th goal for Man City, was not punished for launching the ball at Gabriel.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever, Halsey has explained he could yet be retrospectively punished for the act if it is deemed to be violent conduct.He said: “You could argue it’s violent conduct because it’s like he’s throwing an object at someone’s head. It’s like he’s throwing a punch at someone’s head.”So he can count himself very lucky that [referee] Michael Oliver didn’t see that and VAR didn’t pick it up either.”It will be interesting to see if the FA take retrospective action over that incident because it could be construed as violent conduct.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO WELCOME OFFERSHe went on to add: “He’s used the ball as a weapon, not his fist.”Halsey believes the outcome will depend upon whether the FA see it as a violent act or merely “petulance”.Arsenal vs Manchester City: Player Ratings BreakdownAnother big decision at the Etihad came when referee Oliver dismissed Leandro Trossard for a second yellow card after he barged into Bernardo Silva and then kicked the ball away.It is Arsenal’s second red card of the season in just five matches after Declan Rice was sent off in similar circumstances against Brighton.And Halsey was in no doubt the correct decision was made on Sunday.He said: “Michael had no choice [but to send off Trossard] once he blows his whistle and gives the free-kick and Trossard kicks the ball in the manner that he does.”He clearly hears the whistle so I don’t think he can have any complaints.” More

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      Gary Neville makes shock Premier League prediction U-turn after ‘monumental, defining moment’ in Man City vs Arsenal

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      GARY NEVILLE believes Arsenal could be left to rue Manchester City’s last-gasp equaliser yesterday.John Stones bundled the ball home in the eighth minute of stoppage time to earn City a 2-2 draw at the Etihad.Gary Neville had his say on Arsenal’s title chancesCredit: PAThe Gunners were left dejected after John Stones’ late equaliserCredit: AlamyThe Gunners had clung on to their 2-1 lead for the entire second half with ten men following Leandro Trossard’s second yellow card for kicking the ball away.But they couldn’t quite see the task through, finally succumbing to City’s dominance.Neville, 49, has been bullish on Arsenal’s title prospects this season.After seeing them squander their lead late on, however, the former Manchester United star wondered whether he had just witnessed a key moment that could see City land the title again.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLImmediately following the final whistle, the Sky Sports pundit recorded his Gary Neville Podcast alongside Peter Drury and Jamie Carragher.Commenting on where yesterday’s game at the Etihad leaves the title race, Neville said: “I backed Arsenal at the start of the season because I just felt as though when a team’s hunting you down, eventually they get there, more often than not, when they’re getting closer and closer.”Today felt like a monumental, defining moment in this journey that Arsenal are on, of trying to get to a league title.”Two seasons ago they quite simply fell apart in the last 10 games, last season they went so close, and then you think, ‘right, OK, they’re learning, they’re maturing.’Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERS”You just think, where will we be in April and May with this game?”Will we be going back to that final minute, and what happened with the John Stones goal, will we be thinking that City win the title by one point, and that moment determines it?Fans all spot Wright’s reaction to Hart screaming in his face after Man City goal against Arsenal “It’s ridiculous, because there will be dropped points, and there will be mistakes, and there will be lots of victories before the end of the season, but it is that type of situation when you’re up against Pep Guardiola, he makes you feel that way.”Addressing Carragher, Drury then responded by bringing up Liverpool – who currently sit above Arsenal in second.Carra, however, admitted that he believes it’s too early for Arne Slot’s men to truly contend, and that they will be a little way behind City and Arsenal this season.Speaking after the game, City star Bernardo Silva was unimpressed with Arsenal’s game plan.The Portuguese star, 30, told told TNT Sports Brazil: “Well, perhaps because Liverpool has already won the Premier League and Arsenal hasn’t.”Liverpool at that time had also won a UCL, while Arsenal hasn’t.”Liverpool always faced us head-on, to win matches. From that perspective, our games against Arsenal haven’t been like the matches against Liverpool were, and still are.”Bernardo Silva was unimpressed with Arsenal’s defensive tacticsCredit: EPAArsenal 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. More

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      Supercomputer predicts Premier League table after Man City vs Arsenal with gap wider than EVER and good news for Man Utd

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      MANCHESTER UNITED could be in for a nice surprise this season according to a supercomputer which has predicted the final Prem table.The Red Devils have had an inconsistent start to their campaign and find themselves 11th with just seven points from five matches.Erik ten Hag could lead Man Utd back into the Champions League this seasonCredit: AlamyArsenal are expected to dip following their impressive points tally last seasonCredit: PABut their fortunes could be about to change, despite being held to a 0-0 draw at Crystal Palace in a match that could have ended in defeat.After the latest round of fixtures Bettingexpert’s supercomputer, BETSiE, ran it’s algorithm to predict how the final Premier League table will look.It placed United fifth, which could be enough to secure them Champions League football if England rise from third to second in Uefa’s co-efficient table.Italy and Germany grabbed the extra places for this year’s expanded Champions League, but a strong performance from English clubs in Europe could benefit whoever finishes fifth.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLHowever it is set to be a closely run race with the supercomputer tipping United to beat Villa to fifth spot by just one point, and Tottenham by two.That means Chelsea could sneak into fourth spot, which would guarantee Champions League qualification.The Blues are unbeaten in four games after beating West Ham 3-0, with another result over the weekend leading to a startling prediction at the top of the table.Manchester City snatched a draw at home to Arsenal in a tight match that many anticipated.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWe 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.The two sides have fought for the title in the last two years with City coming out on top twice, and the supercomputer thinks history will repeat itself.However unlike last year when the title race went down to the final day with City pipping Arsenal to top by just two points, this time around the Gunners are expected to finish eight points off.Man Utd Player Ratings vs Crystal PalaceMikel Arteta’s side managed 89 points last season but the supercomputer predicts they will get just 77 this campaign, finishing one point and one place above Liverpool. 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      Fans say ‘he literally called Arsenal a small club’ as Bernardo bizarrely claims Gunners have ‘never won Premier League’

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      BERNARDO SILVA bizarrely claimed Arsenal have “never won the Premier League” after their draw with Manchester City.The Gunners came from behind to lead 2-1 during the first half before being denied by John Stones’ stoppage time strike.Bernardo Silva has bizarrely claimed Arsenal have ‘never won the Premier League’Credit: APSilva hit out at the Gunners after their 2-2 draw with Manchester CityCredit: RexIt means both sides maintain their unbeaten Premier League starts after a heated afternoon at the Etihad Stadium.The match was stopped after just eight minutes following a clash between Kai Havertz and Rodri, who was later forced off injured.Leandro Trossard was also sent off for delaying the restart on the brink of half-time, leaving his side with 10 men for the second half.Erling Haaland then launched the ball at Gabriel whilst City celebrated Stones’ equaliser.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe fiery atmosphere continued into Silva’s post-match media duties as he took aim at the Gunners.Asked about the difference between playing Arsenal and Liverpool, he told TNT Sports Brazil: “Well, perhaps because Liverpool has already won the Premier League and Arsenal hasn’t.”Liverpool at that time had also won a UCL, while Arsenal hasn’t.”Liverpool always faced us head-on, to win matches. From that perspective, our games against Arsenal haven’t been like the matches against Liverpool were, and still are.”Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAlthough Mikel Arteta’s side have not won the title since 2004, they are three-time Premier League champions, two more than Liverpool.However, it did not stop fans from reacting on social media, with one writing: “He literally called Arsenal a small club.”Fans all spot Wright’s reaction to Hart screaming in his face after Man City goal against Arsenal 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.Another added: “He cooked Arsenal.”A third supporter also commented: “He had to remind them.”Sunday’s draw maintains City’s status as league leaders, with the champions one point clear of Liverpool and Aston Villa.Meanwhile, Arsenal are fourth and also remain unbeaten after ending City’s 100 per cent start.The Gunners have now avoided defeat in their last four meetings as well, a run which stretches back to April 2023.Fans were stunned as they claimed Silva ‘literally called Arsenal a small club’Credit: EPAThe City midfielder compared Sunday’s clash to their past meetings with LiverpoolCredit: Getty More