Under the weight of immense pressure, Arsenal faced a crucial challenge away at Newcastle United, where a victory was imperative to maintain their slender lead over a formidable Manchester City. The latter had secured a hard-fought win against Crystal Palace the day before.
Undeterred, Arsenal rose to the occasion, clinching a narrow victory with the slightest scoreline, courtesy of a goal from the Frenchman Olivier Giroud in the 65th minute.
As the league standings stand, Arsenal now leads with 42 points, closely followed by Manchester City with just one point separating them. Chelsea, having recently triumphed over Liverpool, secures the third position with 40 points.
Arsène Wenger, the coach of Arsenal, expressed his satisfaction after the game, acknowledging the need to dig deep into their resources. He praised the team’s control over the game and minimized chances given to the opposition. Wenger highlighted the solidarity within the team, emphasizing the importance of Olivier Giroud’s contribution. According to Wenger, Giroud’s physical presence up front complements the smaller, technical players and provides additional options for the team. The intense competition at the top of the table promises an exciting and unpredictable championship race.
