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Arsenal win at Anfield for first time in 14 years to move top

Arsenal won at Anfield for the first time in 14 years after Kai Havertz's strike sealed a gritty 1-0 victory - but Liverpool were denied what looked to be a clear penalty.

Published: Sunday, 1 November 2026 at 6:30 PM
Arsenal win at Anfield for first time in 14 years to move top
Key Things to Know
  • Arsenal defeated Liverpool 1-0 at Anfield to move top of the Premier League.
  • Kai Havertz scored the winning goal in the 16th minute from a Declan Rice cross.
  • The victory marks Arsenal's first Premier League win at Anfield in 14 years.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Arsenal earned their first victory at Anfield in 14 years with a 1-0 win over Liverpool to move top of the Premier League. Kai Havertz netted the only goal in the 16th minute, steering home a cross from Declan Rice. The result lifted Mikel Arteta's side three points clear of Manchester City and nine points ahead of Liverpool.

Liverpool pressured throughout the match with 17 total attempts but failed to record a single shot on target. The hosts were denied a first-half penalty after Jurrien Timber pulled Alexander Isak's shirt inside the box, sparking post-match frustration from Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola.

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