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Arsenal Secure First Anfield League Win in 14 Years with 1-0 Victory over Liverpool

By Reuters

Arsenal beat Liverpool 1-0 at Anfield on Sunday, earning their first league win there in 14 years and extending their lead over Manchester City to three points. The only goal, a 16th‑minute tap‑in by Kai Havertz, proved decisive as Liverpool, who had 16 shots, could not breach Arsenal’s defence. The win came four days after Arsenal’s shocking 1‑0 loss to fourth‑tier Fleetwood Town on penalties in the League Cup, a defeat that Arteta’s side said would give them renewed hunger and belief. Arteta praised his team’s performance, noting that Liverpool were in a good moment and deserved the win. Liverpool had a chance to equalise before halftime when Florian Wirtz curled a free‑kick over the crossbar and Alexis Mac Allister headed a good chance over the bar. They also felt they should have earned a penalty when Jurrien Timber grabbed at Alexander Isak’s shirt. After the break, Liverpool struggled to break through Arsenal’s rearguard, and frustration led to an altercation between Mac Allister and Noni Madueke, with the latter falling theatrically to the floor after a slight touch of foreheads. Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola said his side had positives, noting the players’ reaction after falling behind and the moments of the game. He also expressed doubt over the missed penalty, pointing to Isak’s honesty in not falling after being held by Timber. The match was reported by Martyn Herman and edited by Toby Davis.