Arsenal Vs. Manchester City, 2012 Premier League: 2nd Half Underway

After a strange first half in which Mario Balotelli's strange combination of maliciousness and brainlessness was the story, we're back underway at the Emirates. Arsenal and Manchester City are locked in a 0-0 draw at the moment. And, get this - Mario Balotelli will remain on the pitch. Roberto Mancini is apparently confident that the striker can avoid a second yellow card this half, and considering he might have gotten as many as four before the break that seems like a bit of a risky position.

Anyway, City start with the ball and an excellent run by Gael Clichy causes problems, with Thomas Vermaelen having to do very well to stop Sergio Aguero from getting on the end of the left back's cross. City are starting with some real purpose here, which is good to see after a relatively tame opening half. It's early days, but there's almost certainly a goal or two in this for any team that decides to go for it.