Arsenal Edge Crystal Palace 1-0 to Extend Premier League Lead

Eberechi Eze scores decisive goal against Crystal Palace as Arsenal earn their seventh straight win to strengthen Premier League lead.

Arsenal continued their brilliant Premier League run of form with a narrow but crucial 1-0 win over Crystal Palace at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, October 26, 2025. The result marked their seventh consecutive victory in all competitions and moved them four points clear at the top of the table.

The defining moment came in the 39th minute when Eberechi Eze volleyed home from a set-piece to give Arsenal the lead. It was a special goal for Eze, who was facing his former club for the first time since leaving Crystal Palace in the summer. Having scored the FA Cup-winning goal for Palace in May, the England international once again proved decisive—this time in Arsenal colours.

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Tactical Battle and Defensive Control

Despite Eze’s opener, Arsenal struggled to find their usual attacking rhythm. The first half was tight and tactical, producing an expected goals (xG) value of just 0.2—the lowest of any Premier League match this season. Crystal Palace’s midfield duo of Daichi Kamada and Adam Wharton managed to limit Arsenal’s fluidity, keeping the Gunners on their toes throughout the contest.

However, Arsenal’s defensive solidity shone through once again. The team recorded their 10th clean sheet in 13 matches and secured a fourth straight league victory—improving on fixtures they failed to win last season. Palace rarely threatened, managing only one shot on target and spending much of the game chasing Arsenal’s structured pressing and ball control.

Arsenal’s Growing Momentum

Both sides entered the game following contrasting European results. Arsenal’s midweek demolition of Atletico Madrid (4-0) had boosted confidence, while Palace came off a disappointing defeat to AEK Larnaca. That momentum clearly carried over for the Gunners, who looked sharper and more composed throughout the 90 minutes.

The win leaves Crystal Palace winless in four games across all competitions, while Arsenal’s form continues to make them early favourites in the Premier League title race. With Liverpool and Manchester City both dropping points over the weekend, Arsenal’s position at the top looks increasingly strong.

Though it wasn’t a vintage performance, Arsenal once again showed they can grind out results when needed. Eberechi Eze’s goal made the difference, while Mikel Arteta’s side displayed the defensive discipline that has defined their season.

As the title race intensifies, Arsenal’s ability to win difficult matches like this could be the factor that separates them from their rivals. The Gunners are proving that championship-winning teams don’t just play beautiful football—they also know how to battle through tough games and still emerge with three points.

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