Arsenal Beat Liverpool at Anfield for First Time in 14 Years to Go Top of Premier League
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Arsenal Beat Liverpool at Anfield for First Time in 14 Years to Go Top of Premier League

Reigning champions Arsenal sit alone at the top of the Premier League. The London club beat Liverpool, featuring Alexander Isak, 1-0 - Arsenal’s first win at Anfield in 14 years.

Manchester City suffered their second straight league defeat on Saturday, losing 1-0 to Brighton, and Arsenal immediately took advantage.

After winning the big match away from home, Arsenal now lead the Premier League with 24 points, three ahead of City, after nine matches.

Arsenal’s match-winner was German Kai Havertz, who scored the only goal in the 16th minute.

Striker Alexander Isak played the full match for Liverpool. His international teammate Viktor Gyökeres was substituted for Arsenal in the 84th minute.

Liverpool are fifth in the table with 15 points.

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AuthorTT News AgencyEnglish edition by Sweden Herald, adapted for our readers
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