Boro failed to hang on to their lead as Arsenal scores a late goal to keep up the pressure on Utd, however the Gunners failed to claim back pole position as they have been ousted on goal difference.

A late own-goal by Mark Schwarzer handed Arsenal a disappointing 1-1 home draw to Middlesbrough at the Emirates, a result that saw Manchester United stay top of the Premier League.

Both goals arguably should not have been, while Arsenal were denied an early opener by an incorrect offside decision. There was further controversy as referee Mark Halsey blew the final whistle with Arsenal preparing to take a corner, after substitute Mido was shown a straight red card for a high boot on Gael Clichy, who required treatment for a cut head.

The first half was a smash-and-grab for Boro that saw Gareth Southgate’s men lead 1-0 at the break when it really should have been 1-0 to Arsenal but for two contentious offside decisions.

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