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Man City were held to a draw by Arsenal on Sunday but they could have snatched the three points had Erling Haaland put away his big chance in the latter stages.
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By Spencer Morgan

Published: 18:53 BST, 31 March 2024 | Updated: 20:23 BST, 31 March 2024

Man City were held to a draw by Arsenal on Sunday but they could have snatched the three points had Erling Haaland put away his big chance in the latter stages of the game.

It was a game of few openings with Haaland well handled by William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes.

However, the striker did find himself with a clear sight at goal in the 83rd minute but completely fluffed his lines.

A corner from the right was flicked on and reached Haaland, who was was waiting at the back post. 

However, the forward somehow failed to make contact with the ball, leaving Gary Neville almost speechless.

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The Sky commentator took a few moments to get his words out before saying it looked like Haaland had 'never played football before'. 

The goalless draw ended City's run of scoring in their last 57 home games.

It was also the third time that Haaland has faced Arsenal this season and failed to find the target. 

Liverpool's 2-1 win against Brighton earlier in the day means they are now two points clear of second-place Arsenal, with City a point further back in third.

Erling Haaland made a mess of his only real chance of the game against Arsenal on Sunday
Erling Haaland made a mess of his only real chance of the game against Arsenal on Sunday

Erling Haaland made a mess of his only real chance of the game against Arsenal on Sunday

Gabriel MagalhaesGary Neville
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