Arsenal break 14‑year Anfield hoodoo with 1‑0 win
Kai Havertz’s goal gave Arsenal a gritty victory at Liverpool, moving them to the top of the Premier League.
Match overview
Arsenal secured a 1‑0 victory at Anfield, ending a 14‑year winless run at the stadium.
Kai Havertz scored the decisive goal, giving Mikel Arteta’s side three points.
League impact
The result creates a three‑point gap between Arsenal and Manchester City at the top of the Premier League.
Arsenal now sit nine points ahead of Liverpool.
Key moments
Liverpool generated numerous chances, with 17 attempts on David Raya’s goal, but none required a save.
Florian Wirtz struck the crossbar from a free‑kick and Alexis Mac Allister headed over the bar unmarked.
Andoni Iraola’s side failed to register a shot on target.
Controversial incident
In the first half, Jurrien Timber tugged Alexander Isak’s shirt in the penalty area, but officials did not award a penalty.
Jamie Carragher later urged VAR to “do its job”.
Reactions
Gary Neville described Arsenal’s performance as a “defensive masterclass”.
