Arsenal FC returned to the top of the Premier League after a hard-fought 1–0 win over Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium.
Mikel Arteta’s side had briefly dropped to second place during the week after Manchester City went top on goal difference following their win over Burnley.
Arsenal made a strong start and took the lead in the ninth minute through Eberechi Eze. From a short corner, Kai Havertz set up the England midfielder, who curled a fine shot into the top corner.
Newcastle created chances of their own through William Osula, Bruno Guimarães and Sandro Tonali, but they could not find a way past Arsenal in the first half.
After the break, Newcastle pushed for an equaliser, with manager Eddie Howe bringing on Yoane Wissa and Harvey Barnes. However, Wissa missed a clear chance late on as the visitors suffered their fourth straight league defeat.
The win puts Arsenal three points clear at the top of the table, although they have played one game more than Manchester City.
There was concern for Arsenal, however, as both Kai Havertz and Eze were forced off with injuries during the match.
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