Arsenal returned to the top of the Premier League with a slim 1-0 win over Newcastle United at the Emirates Stadium earlier today, April 25.
The breakthrough arrived early. Eberechi Eze scored in the ninth minute after a clever short corner routine. Kai Havertz teed up the England international on the edge of the box, and Eze bent a fine effort into the top corner to hand the hosts control.
themomentng reports that Mikel Arteta had seen his side slip to second in midweek after Manchester City beat Burnley on goal difference. This response restored Arsenal’s lead and kept the title race firmly in their hands.
Newcastle threatened before the break but lacked the finishing touch. William Osula, Bruno Guimaraes and Sandro Tonali all had opportunities yet failed to convert.
After the halftime break, Eddie Howe turned to his bench, sending on Yoane Wissa and Harvey Barnes in search of an equaliser. The visitors pushed hard late on, but Wissa squandered a gilt-edged chance that summed up a frustrating afternoon.
The result leaves Arsenal three points clear at the summit, albeit having played a game more than City. The only sour note came with injuries to both Havertz and Eze, who were forced off before the final whistle.
