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Arsenal ascended back to the top of the Premier League standings following a tight victory against Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium.
This win propels Mikel Arteta’s team three points ahead of Manchester City, although Arsenal has played one additional match.
Eberechi Eze netted the decisive goal just nine minutes into the game, capitalizing on a cleverly orchestrated short corner. The midfielder received the ball from Kai Havertz and expertly curled it into the top corner.
Eze strike proves decisive
Throughout the first half, Arsenal took command of the game with ease, effectively neutralizing Newcastle’s sporadic offensive efforts while maintaining their dominance.
Arsenal dominated early proceedings and maintained control through the first half, limiting Newcastle’s attacking threat despite occasional pressure.
Newcastle miss key chances
Eddie Howe’s side created openings through Bruno Guimarães, Sandro Tonali and William Osula, but failed to convert.
Substitutes Yoane Wissa and Harvey Barnes were introduced in the second half as Newcastle pushed for an equaliser.
Wissa came closest late on but missed a clear opportunity, compounding a fourth consecutive league defeat for the visitors.
Injury concerns for Arsenal
Despite securing all three points, Arsenal suffered setbacks with both Eze and Havertz forced off through injury.
Manager Mikel Arteta will now assess their fitness ahead of a critical run of fixtures as the title race intensifies.
The win re-establishes Arsenal’s position at the top of the table, but with Manchester City in close pursuit, the margin for error remains minimal.