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Kai Havertz strike ends Arsenal's 14-year winless run at Anfield
Published : Monday, 2 November, 2026 at 1:00 PM
Observer Online Report
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Arsenal ended a 14-year winless drought at Anfield as Kai Havertz's solitary goal secured a 1-0 victory over Liverpool, propelling the Gunners back to the top of the Premier League table on Monday (November 2).
The crucial strike arrived in the 16th minute when Havertz capitalized on a low cross from Declan Rice, slotting the ball home from close range to silence recent criticisms following missed opportunities in midweek cup fixtures.
Liverpool mounted a relentless offensive response to equalize, putting intense pressure on the Arsenal defense throughout the first half, though they failed to break through before the interval.
The match sparked controversy over a first-half penalty appeal when Arsenal defender Jurrien Timber pulled Alexander Isak from behind as the forward chased a cross from Bradley Barcola; refereeing officials waved play on as Isak stayed on his feet, prompting post-match protests from Liverpool manager Andoni Iraola.
Liverpool came close on multiple occasions, with Florian Wirtz rattling the crossbar from a free kick and Alexis Mac Allister heading narrowly wide.
Despite continued pressure after the break, Liverpool's attacking momentum faded in the closing stages, while Arsenal squandered an opportunity to double their lead when goalkeeper Alisson Becker produced a brilliant save to deny Christos Tzolis.
Capitalizing on Manchester City's earlier defeat, Arsenal seized the opportunity to climb to the summit, securing their eighth win in nine matches to reach 24 points, while fifth-placed Liverpool dropped nine points behind the league leaders.
-EM
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