🔝This must be Arsenal’s year, 4 points clear at the top | OneFootball

The Sunday round of the Premier League has proven decisive at the top of the table, leaving Arsenal FC as the sole leader, with a comfortable four-point advantage, thanks to their narrow victory and Manchester City’s surprising stumble.

At the Emirates Stadium, Arsenal struggled to defeat Crystal Palace 1-0. The only goal came in the 39th minute, when Eberechi Eze capitalized on a rebound after a set-piece to score the goal that secured all three points for Mikel Arteta’s side. Despite the narrow margin, the defensive solidity of the ‘Gunners’ prevailed against a combative Palace, ensuring a vital victory that extends their winning streak.

The big news of the day for Arsenal came from Villa Park, where Aston Villa surprised Manchester City by defeating them 1-0. The goal that punished Pep Guardiola’s team was scored by Matty Cash in the 19th minute, with a great cross-shot. Despite dominating possession, City was unable to get past ‘Dibu’ Martínez and a very well-organized Villa defense.

With these results, Arsenal reaches 22 points in the table. After City’s defeat, which leaves them at 18 points, the London team now holds a four-point lead, consolidating themselves as the main title contenders in this early stage of the Premier League. The round confirms the excellent form of the ‘Gunners’.

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