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Here are the latest news and updates on the Arsenal vs Leicester City match:
Match Report:
Arsenal and Leicester City played out a thrilling 2-2 draw at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday. The Gunners took the lead through a Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang penalty in the 12th minute, but Leicester City equalized just before halftime through a Jamie Vardy goal.
Arsenal regained the lead in the 65th minute through a Nicolas Pepe strike, but Leicester City once again leveled the score through a Youri Tielemans goal in the 85th minute.
Key Moments:
- Arsenal took the lead through a Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang penalty in the 12th minute after Leicester City defender Caglar Soyuncu was sent off for a handball in the box.
- Leicester City equalized just before halftime through a Jamie Vardy goal, who slotted the ball past Arsenal goalkeeper Bernd Leno.
- Arsenal regained the lead in the 65th minute through a Nicolas Pepe strike, who curled the ball into the top corner from outside the box.
- Leicester City once again leveled the score through a Youri Tielemans goal in the 85th minute, who finished off a counter-attack with a low shot past Leno.
Player Ratings:
- Bernd Leno (Arsenal): 6/10
- Caglar Soyuncu (Leicester City): 4/10 (sent off)
- Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (Arsenal): 7/10
- Jamie Vardy (Leicester City): 7/10
- Nicolas Pepe (Arsenal): 8/10
- Youri Tielemans (Leicester City): 8/10
Post-Match Reaction:
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said: "I'm disappointed we didn't win the game, but I'm proud of the team's performance. We created a lot of chances and dominated the game, but we couldn't kill it off."
Leicester City manager Brendan Rodgers said: "I'm pleased with the performance and the result. We showed great character and resilience to come back from behind twice."
Next Matches:
Arsenal will face Manchester City in their next Premier League match on December 15, while Leicester City will face Everton on December 16.