The decisive breakthrough arrived early when Liverpool faltered while trying to build out from the back, allowing Declan Rice to set up Kai Havertz for a 16th-minute tap-in. The hosts mounted a strong response before the break, highlighted by a Florian Wirtz free kick that rattled the crossbar and a missed header from Alexis Mac Allister. Arsenal's organized defensive unit successfully limited dangerous opportunities in the second half to protect the narrow advantage. The historic triumph solidifies the North London club's title charge as they climb to 24 points.
Key points
Arsenal now hold a three-point lead over Manchester City at the top of the Premier League…: Arsenal now hold a three-point lead over Manchester City at the top of the Premier League table.
Liverpool dropped to fifth place in the standings and currently sit nine points behind Mi…: Liverpool dropped to fifth place in the standings and currently sit nine points behind Mikel Arteta's side.
Manchester City's home defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday opened the door for…: Manchester City's home defeat to Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday opened the door for Arsenal to claim the summit.
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LIVERPOOL, England, Nov 1 : Champions Arsenal moved three points clear at the top of the Premier League with Kai Havertz's early goal securing a statement 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.
German striker Havertz tapped in from Declan Rice's low cross in the 16th minute after the hosts were caught out trying to play the ball out of defence.
Liverpool responded strongly as halftime approached with Florian Wirtz curling a free kick against the crossbar and Alexis Mac Allister heading a good chance over the bar.
Arsenal weathered the storm though and defended superbly to keep Liverpool largely at arm's length after the break and seal their first Premier League win at Anfield for 14 years.
Mikel Arteta's side replace Manchester City at the top with 24 points from nine games, with City on 21 after losing at home to Brighton and Hove Albion on Saturday.
Liverpool's second league defeat of the season left them nine points behind Arsenal in fifth place.
Mikel Arteta's squad capitalized on their opponents' defensive miscue to end a 14-match winless streak at Anfield that had persisted since September 2012. The disciplined performance also widened the gap in the title race following a home defeat for second-placed Manchester City. With this result, the London club solidifies a three-point cushion while leaving the hosts nine points adrift in fifth position.
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