A coolly taken penalty from Viktor Gyökeres proved decisive as Arsenal secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Everton, reclaiming top spot in the Premier League table. The result ended a run of three consecutive drawn head-to-heads between the sides and underlined Arsenal’s title credentials heading into the festive period.
Cagey Opening as Arsenal Grow into the Game
The match began nervously for the Gunners, with early defensive uncertainty allowing Everton to threaten on the counterattack. However, Arsenal gradually settled, enjoying more possession and territory. Midfielder Martín Zubimendi registered the visitors’ first real effort, while Gyökeres and Bukayo Saka began to find space as control swung Arsenal’s way.
Gyökeres Delivers from the Spot
The breakthrough arrived in the 27th minute when Everton were punished for a handball inside the box. Gyökeres stepped up confidently, converting his spot-kick with authority to score his first goal since returning from injury. The goal shifted momentum firmly in Arsenal’s favour, as they dominated possession without fully capitalising on further chances before the break.
Everton Fight Back but Arsenal Stand Firm
Everton showed resilience after halftime, pushing forward in search of an equaliser. Arsenal, however, remained dangerous on the counter, with Saka denied by a heroic goal-line clearance and Zubimendi striking the post. Despite late pressure and moments of danger, the Gunners’ defensive discipline ensured they saw out the win professionally.
What the Result Means
The victory marks Arsenal’s third consecutive win across all competitions and sends them back above Manchester City at the summit of the Premier League. For Everton, back-to-back defeats against top-four opposition slow their momentum, but they remain comfortably placed in the top half of the table heading into Christmas.
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