GOLAZONEWSArsenal Defeat Liverpool 1-0 to Reclaim Top Spot in Premier League
- Kai Havertz scored the winning goal after an error by Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson.
- Arsenal achieved their first Premier League victory at Anfield in 14 years.
- Liverpool head coach Andoni Iraola criticized two denied penalty claims.
Arsenal returned to the top of the Premier League table after securing a 1-0 win against Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday. Kai Havertz scored the only goal early in the match following a poor clearance from Liverpool goalkeeper Alisson. The victory pushed Arsenal ahead of Manchester City, marking the Gunners' first league win at Anfield since 2012, when current manager Mikel Arteta was still playing in their midfield.
Liverpool felt aggrieved after refereeing decisions went against them. Head coach Andoni Iraola criticized two dismissed penalty appeals, including an incident where Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber pulled Alexander Isak's shirt. Frustrated by the decisions, Iraola stated he would instruct his players to fall to the ground in the box in the future to earn fouls.
The victory leaves Arsenal with just one defeat in the Premier League this season, whereas Manchester United have recorded only a single win. Former Aston Villa defender Ezri Konsa impressed for the visitors after joining in the summer, alongside midfielder Declan Rice, who noted he was enjoying the pressure of the title race.