Premier League 2025 | Emirates Stadium, London
Arsenal continued their impressive Premier League form with a 1–0 victory over Crystal Palace, courtesy of a first-half strike from Eberechi Eze. The win sees Mikel Arteta’s side move six points clear of defending champions Manchester City, strengthening their position at the top of the table.
⚽ Match Summary: Eze Fires Arsenal to Victory
In a tightly contested London derby, Eberechi Eze produced the decisive moment in the 39th minute, curling a superb finish past the Palace goalkeeper after a slick team move.
The goal — Eze’s first for Arsenal since joining the club — sent the Emirates crowd into a frenzy as the Gunners took control of the match.
Crystal Palace fought hard, pressing high and countering with pace, but Arsenal’s defense — led by William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães — remained composed, ensuring another clean sheet for the North London side.
🧱 Arsenal’s Defensive Dominance Continues
With this result, Arsenal have now recorded five consecutive clean sheets, showcasing their defensive resilience and tactical discipline under Mikel Arteta. Goalkeeper David Raya made key saves throughout the match, maintaining his excellent form since returning to the starting lineup.
Arteta’s men have built their title challenge on balance — combining attacking creativity with defensive solidity — and that formula continues to pay off.
🌟 Eberechi Eze’s Dream Moment
The spotlight belonged to Eberechi Eze, who marked his first goal for Arsenal in style. The former Crystal Palace playmaker celebrated passionately against his old team, demonstrating both emotion and professionalism. His link-up play with Martin Ødegaard and Bukayo Saka added fluidity to Arsenal’s midfield, hinting at what’s to come as he settles into Arteta’s system.
📊 Premier League Standings (After Matchday 10)
1️⃣ Arsenal – 28 points
2️⃣ Manchester City – 22 points
3️⃣ Liverpool – 21 points
4️⃣ Tottenham – 19 points
Arsenal’s win piles pressure on Pep Guardiola’s side, who have now suffered their third Premier League defeat of the season. The Gunners’ consistency and focus have put them in the driving seat in the title race.
💬 Manager Reactions
Mikel Arteta (Arsenal Manager):
“I’m proud of the way we controlled the game. Eze showed his class, and defensively we were fantastic again. The team spirit is special right now.”
Oliver Glasner (Crystal Palace Manager):
“We played with courage, but Arsenal’s quality in tight spaces made the difference. We’ll keep pushing to turn performances into points.”
🔥 Key Stats
- 🥅 Eberechi Eze: 1 Goal, 4 Key Passes, 91% Pass Accuracy
- 🧤 David Raya: 4 Saves, Clean Sheet
- 🔒 Arsenal: 5 Consecutive Clean Sheets
- ⚡ Crystal Palace: Only 1 Shot on Target
🏁 Final Thoughts
Arsenal’s narrow victory over Crystal Palace highlights their maturity and ability to win tough matches — a hallmark of champions. With Eze’s breakthrough, Saka’s leadership, and Arteta’s tactical precision, the Gunners look well-equipped for a serious title push.
The North London side now turn their attention to their next Premier League fixture, determined to maintain momentum and stay clear of Manchester City.
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