Arsenal Held 2-2 by Sunderland as Late Equaliser Halts Gunners’ Winning Run

Arsenal’s impressive form in the Premier League took a small stumble on Saturday as they were held to a 2-2 draw by a spirited Sunderland side at the Stadium of Light.

The Gunners, who were aiming to tighten their grip on top spot ahead of Manchester City’s clash with Liverpool, found themselves trailing when former Arsenal defender Daniel Ballard struck against his old club — ending their run of clean sheets in style.

Mikel Arteta’s men showed their usual resilience after the break. Bukayo Saka capitalised on a defensive mix-up to bring Arsenal level before Leandro Trossard’s thunderous long-range effort gave the visitors the lead.

But just when victory seemed certain, Sunderland’s Brian Brobbey stunned the Gunners’ defense with a late volley to snatch a well-earned point for the hosts.

The result means Arsenal remain top of the table with 26 points, seven clear of both Manchester City and Sunderland — but their flawless momentum has been slightly checked.

💭 Opinion: A Wake-Up Call, Not a Worry for Arsenal

This draw might sting a little for Arsenal fans — especially after watching their side dominate large spells of the game. But sometimes, it’s matches like this that remind a title contender what consistency truly means.

Mikel Arteta’s men have been nothing short of brilliant this season — dynamic in attack, solid in structure, and mentally sharp. Yet Sunderland’s late equaliser exposed a familiar weakness: the inability to close out games under pressure.

Still, this is not a setback to panic about. Every title-winning team faces moments like this — games that test their focus more than their talent. Arsenal’s response to this draw will define their championship credentials more than the draw itself.

For now, Gunners fans can take comfort in one thing: their team is still top, still fighting, and still playing football that reminds everyone — the Premier League crown might just be heading back to North London. 🔴⚪