Even Mikel Arteta admits Kai Havertz has an offside problem but imperious defence bailed Arsenal out again despite Hull’s clever underdog tactics, writes Isaan Khan

Mikel Arteta acknowledged that Arsenal forward Kai Havertz has an offside issue following their 1-0 win against Hull City on Saturday. Havertz has been caught offside 15 times in the Premier League this season, the highest tally in the division. An overturned first-half penalty decision due to Havertz straying offside highlighted the ongoing problem, though Martin Odegaard's strike eventually secured victory for the Gunners.

Isaan Khan argues that Hull manager Sergej Jakirovic implemented an effective high defensive line that troubled Arsenal's attack. Khan notes that Arsenal's midfield must better time deliveries to Havertz to avoid persistent infringements. The result moved Arsenal to 27 points from 10 matches, equalling their best-ever start to a Premier League campaign.