Analysis: Finishers make mark but questions for Arteta over selection

The Gunners came into this game after an impressive win in Bilbao where the substitutes' bench proved the difference - and it was the 'finishers' who rescued a point on Sunday.

The £250m Arsenal spent this summer means the club have given Mikel Arteta an abundance of options when things are not going his way, but his team selection in big games is going to be key if the Gunners are to lift a trophy this season.

Having started with the same central midfield - Martin Zubimendi, Declan Rice and Mikel Merino - as in midweek, it was clear early on in the first half that Arsenal needed some more attacking flair on the pitch.

The same trio also began the 1-0 loss to Liverpool and led to criticism of Arteta's conservative approach when playing against some of their rivals.

The home supporters in the stadium became increasingly frustrated with their side's lack of creativity, despite the efforts of Noni Madueke who was the most threatening player in the opening 45 minutes.

Arteta brought on Eberechi Eze and Bukayo Saka at the break and the impact was immediate as Arsenal upped the ante and managed to pen City in for large spells.

This has been an excellent week for Gabriel Martinelli who has scored two important goals in two games after a difficult time in his career.

However, the questions will continue to come for Arteta about why his side cannot start matches in the same manner they have finished the last two.