Eze wondergoal sends Arsenal top

A stunning Ebere Eze strike helped Arsenal return to the top of the Premier League with a 1–0 win over Newcastle United at Emirates Stadium, as the Gunners responded to back-to-back defeats with a vital victory in the title race. They move three points ahead of Manchester City, who have a game in hand.

The decisive moment came just 10 minutes in. A clever short-corner routine unsettled Newcastle, and after a sharp build-up involving Martin Ødegaard, Kai Havertz and Noni Madueke, Eze was found on the edge of the box. The England international drilled a brilliant effort into the top corner for his 10th goal of the season.

Chances remained limited after the break, with both sides struggling to create clear openings. Arsenal thought they might be handed a chance when Gyökeres was brought down by Nick Pope outside the area, but VAR spared the Newcastle goalkeeper a red card.

The visitors pushed late on, with Yoane Wissa firing over a big opportunity, while Bukayo Saka returned from injury to lift the Emirates crowd and nearly made an instant impact with a curling effort that went narrowly wide.

Despite seven minutes of added time and sustained pressure, Arsenal’s defence held firm to secure a huge three points. They moved back to the top of the table with four games remaining, boosting confidence ahead of their Champions League semi-final with Atlético Madrid this Wednesday.