Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 at Anfield to go top of Premier League
Kai Havertz's strike gave Arsenal their first win at Anfield in 14 years; Liverpool were left unhappy with a decision that went against them.
Key facts
Story- Arsenal won 1-0 at Anfield, their first win there in 14 years, through Kai Havertz.
- The victory moved Arsenal to the top of the Premier League table.
- Liverpool were denied a penalty that looked clear, according to the match reports.
Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 at Anfield on Sunday, their first win at the ground in 14 years, and moved to the top of the Premier League. Kai Havertz scored the only goal early in the match.
The win was a tight, hard-fought affair. Arsenal held on for the three points despite a late spell of pressure from the home side. Havertz's early strike proved enough for the visitors, who now sit above every other club in the league table.
Liverpool were left frustrated by a decision that went against them. The home side appeared to have a clear claim for a penalty, but no spot-kick was awarded. It is not yet known what reason the referee gave for the decision.
The result ends a long run without an away win at Anfield for Arsenal. The last time they won there was 14 years ago.
Arsenal's climb to the top of the table puts them in a strong position so early in the season.
It is not yet known what the next fixtures are for either side, or whether Liverpool will challenge the decision.
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