Mikel Arteta’s side were trailing by two goals with just over half an hour left. But the Gunners showed they can cope with the pressure of the title race with a remarkable comeback that kept them five points ahead of second placed Manchester City, who defeated Newcastle United earlier in the day.
Browsing: Reiss Nelson
Mikel Arteta’s men, who beat Lyon 3-0 on the opening matchday, struck twice in the first half through Martin Odegaard and Reiss Nelson before Fikayo Tomori pulled one back for Milan 12 minutes from time.
The Gunners will travel to Bournemouth at the end of the month after England Under-21 winger Nelson finished from close-range to settle a tie which saw Sky Bet Championship leaders Leeds more than match their top-flight opponents
Nelson, 17, is hoping to break into Arsene Wenger’s first team this season after enjoying an impressive pre-season with the senior squad.