Declan Rice scored an equalizer for Arsenal in a 1-1 draw against Manchester United, but it wasn’t enough to boost their Premier League title hopes.

Manchester United’s lead was initially established by Bruno Fernandes through a stunning free kick in the first-half stoppage time. However, Rice leveled the score 16 minutes before the end of the game. Despite the draw, Manchester United remains in 14th place on the league table.

The draw has significant implications for Arsenal’s title aspirations, as they now trail runaway leaders Liverpool by 15 points with only one game in hand. Consequently, their focus has shifted to securing a place in next season’s Champions League.

The match, which was also Arsenal head coach Mikel Arteta’s 200th Premier League game, saw the Spaniard maintain his impressive record. However, his wait for a league title continues as it seems likely that Arsenal will finish second for the third successive season.

Overall, the match demonstrated the struggles both teams face, with each dropping valuable points in their respective battles for league position and Champions League qualification.

Source: https://www.aljazeera.com/sports/2025/3/9/arsenal-held-by-man-utd-in-latest-blow-to-premier-league-title-bid?traffic_source=rss