Leandro Trossard broke through to the left and sent the ball in front of the goal, where Kai Havertz did what he was supposed to do.
The full hit in the 23rd minute became the only goal when Arsenal defeated Ipswich at home in the Premier League.
The very fair three-pointer means that Arsenal climb to second place, six points behind Liverpool, who have a game in hand against all chasing teams.
Arsenal will next face Brentford away on New Year's Day. Brentford played 0–0 away against Brighton in Friday's other Premier League match.
