Sunderland 2–2 Arsenal: Late Drama Denies Arsenal Record-Breaking Win
Arsenal were held to a dramatic 2–2 draw against Sunderland in the Premier League on Saturday, as the Gunners missed the chance to make English football history with a ninth consecutive clean sheet.
Former Arsenal defender Daniel Ballard opened the scoring for Sunderland in the 36th minute, breaking Arsenal’s long defensive streak. Mikel Arteta’s side responded after the break, with Bukayo Saka levelling the score in the 54th minute.
Moments later, Leandro Trossard fired Arsenal ahead, completing a quick turnaround that had fans believing the win was sealed. However, in the dying moments of stoppage time, Brian Brobbey struck for Sunderland, rescuing a dramatic point for the home side.
The result sees Arsenal drop two valuable points in the title race and fall short of their clean sheet record attempt.
Despite the disappointment, the Gunners showed determination to come from behind and will aim to bounce back stronger in their next fixture.
⚽ Goals:
Ballard (36’) – Sunderland
Saka (54’) – Arsenal
Trossard – Arsenal
Brobbey (90+’ ) – Sunderland
🗓 Next Match: Arsenal return to action next weekend looking to regain momentum in the Premier League title race.
