Premier League: Arsenal win, strengthen their spot in 1st place

Last season’s runner-up, Arsenal, competed against Crystal Palace in the London derby and won 1–0 in Matchday 9 of England’s Premier League.

The only goal was scored by English midfielder Eberechi Eze.

Arsenal lead the current Premier League standings with 22 points, four points ahead of second-placed Bournemouth, who beat Nottingham Forest 2–0 at home.

Separately, Manchester City were hosted by Aston Villa and suffered a 0–1 defeat.

Man City are fourth, with 16 points, while Aston Villa are seventh, with 15 points.

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