Another 1-0 for relentless Arsenal – but did Odegaard spare VAR blushes?

Martin Odegaard scored a 72nd-minute winner as Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory over Hull City to stay top of the Premier League. The decisive goal prevented further post-match scrutiny on a controversial first-half VAR decision at the Emirates Stadium. Referee Farai Hallam initially reviewed a shirt pull by Nobel Mendy on Kai Havertz, but Havertz was ultimately penalized for an earlier offside, denying Arsenal a penalty.

The result marked Arsenal's 34th 1-0 win under manager Mikel Arteta and their ninth victory in 10 league matches. While the Gunners maintain the best defensive record in the division, Arteta noted the need for improved attacking efficiency against defensive low blocks following another narrow victory.