Sunderland brave, Arsenal drop victory in injury time

(NLDO) – Not only did Arsenal concede a goal for the first time in more than 700 minutes, their 10-match winning streak was also broken when they visited the field of newcomer Sunderland.

Sunderland entered the match with confidence against Arsenal, continuing to show the impressive form of a rookie who is playing well, far exceeding all expectations. The home team proactively put terrible pressure on the opponent who is sitting comfortably at the top of the table and was rewarded in the 36th minute.

Daniel Ballard – a player who grew up in Arsenal’s own “factory” – fired a close-range shot after Nordi Mukiele’s wall. The goal came from a set piece situation and marked the first time Arsenal’s net had been breached in more than a month.

Daniel Ballard scored his first goal against Arsenal in eight games.

In the second half, Arsenal were forced to increase the tempo. That effort paid off in the 54th minute when Bukayo Saka scored the equalizer after a clear combination between Eberechi Eze and Mikel Merino.

Bukayo Saka shined with the equalizer 1-1...

As the excitement grew, Leandro Trossard continued to score in the 74th minute with a powerful right-footed shot from outside the box, putting the visitors ahead 2-1.

... before Leandro Trossard put the Gunners ahead

It seemed like Arsenal would return home with a victory, but the Stadium of Light exploded in the 90+4 minute of extra time.

From a cross into the penalty area, Ballard jumped high to head the ball past Arsenal's defense, creating conditions for Brian Brobbey to make a beautiful hook shot past goalkeeper David Raya.

The stadium stands exploded with joy, while Arsenal players could only regretfully watch the opportunity to break away from the top of the table slip away.

Brian Brobbey's classy overhead kick equalized 2-2 in injury time

Goalkeeper Robin Roefs also left his mark with many important saves at the end of the match, helping Sunderland retain a valuable point.

Meanwhile, Ballard deservedly was voted man of the match, with a goal, an indirect assist and a last-second save, instead of the visitors' Leandro Trossard.

The joys and sorrows of two teams

This result means that although Arsenal still leads the rankings, the 7-point gap with Man City can be completely narrowed. Sunderland climbed to the top position, continued their unbeaten streak at home and affirmed that they are no longer a "phenomenon" but are really becoming a tough opponent for the championship candidates.

Source: https://nld.com.vn/sunderland-qua-cam-arsenal-danh-roi-chien-thang-phut-bu-gio-196251109062100191.htm