Arsenal have moved to the top of the English Premier League table after securing a 1-0 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, opening a three-point lead over second-placed Manchester City.

The Gunners have collected 24 points from nine matches, recording eight wins and one defeat. Their triumph has taken them above City, who have 21 points after suffering a 1-0 defeat to Brighton on Saturday.

Kai Havertz scored the decisive goal in the 16th minute, converting a cross from Declan Rice to give Arsenal an advantage. Mikel Arteta’s side then defended firmly to protect the lead and claim an away victory.

Brighton occupy third place with 19 points, while Chelsea are fourth on 16 points. Liverpool remain fifth with 15 points following their second defeat of the campaign. The Reds have won four matches and drawn three, leaving them nine points behind Arsenal.

Brentford are sixth with 14 points, followed by Bournemouth, Tottenham and Aston Villa, who are all tied on 12 points. Hull City and Leeds United complete the top 11, each having collected 11 points.

Newcastle, with a match in hand, are 12th on 11 points, level with Ipswich. Everton are 14th with 10 points, while Fulham and Coventry have nine points apiece.

At the bottom, Manchester United sit 17th with seven points, level with Crystal Palace in 18th. Nottingham Forest are 19th on six points, while Sunderland occupy last place with five.

Arsenal’s victory has strengthened their position in the title race, while Liverpool will be looking to respond quickly as the competition continues.

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