Odegaard Breaks Hull Resistance as Arsenal Move Six Points Clear

Captain Martin Odegaard scored the only goal as Arsenal beat stubborn Hull City 1-0 at the Emirates on Saturday, stretching their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points.

The champions had to be patient against a well-organised Hull side, but Odegaard finally broke the deadlock in the 72nd minute, finishing from the rebound after Noni Madueke’s effort was blocked.

The win gives Arsenal nine victories from their first ten league games and 27 points from a possible 30, and they head into the international break as clear title favourites.

A familiar winning formula

It was Arsenal’s third 1-0 league win in four games, a run that underlines their defensive strength even when the goals do not flow freely. Mikel Arteta will want his side to be more clinical, but the points keep coming.

City left to chase

Manchester City’s defeat at Nottingham Forest later on Saturday means the gap at the top is now six points, with the champions’ title defence wobbling after three straight league defeats. The Premier League now pauses for the international break.

Source: USA Today