The title challengers met at the Emirates in an eagerly-anticipated clash, but Mancini's defensive tactics as they sought to catch the Gunners on the break drew boos from the 60,000 fans in attendance.
While Arsenal hit the woodwork three times through Robin van Persie, Cesc Fabregas and Theo Walcott, City were reduced to sporadic attacks and failed to muster a single shot on goal.
However, Italian coach Mancini said he was not bothered by the criticism and was happy to take a point from the game, which saw Mario Balotelli and David Silva missing from his attack.
You anti-football manager!