Liverpool 0 - Arsenal 1 match report: TO THE ARSENAL, ONE-NIL

Arsenal opened their Anfield campaign in 14 years with a 1-0 win over Liverpool, using a disciplined, defense-first approach. The result left the Gunners three points clear of the yet-to-be-sanctioned Manchester City, five ahead of Brighton in third, and nine in front of fifth-place Liverpool. Arsenal struck in the 16th minute: Declan Rice forced a turnover after Alisson played into space, then slid a cross into the area for Kai Havertz to steer the ball into the empty net. Liverpool responded and had the better of the play, but created few clear chances despite pressure around Arsenal’s box. A late free-kick from Florian Wirtz hit the bar, and Alexis Mac Allister headed one chance over.