Arteta praises gritty win over Palace as Arsenal extend lead

ByEnigma 808

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta called the narrow win over Crystal Palace the team’s most important result this season after extending their Premier League lead to four points. The squad battled fatigue from matches every three days while facing a disciplined opponent that could exploit any defensive lapses.

Eberechi Eze scored the only goal with a spectacular set-piece finish against the club where he spent five seasons. Arsenal has converted 11 dead-ball opportunities this season, the most in the league, as teams tighten defensive spacing against them.

Arteta dismissed early championship discussions despite the October advantage. The Spanish coach credited consistent performances but acknowledged areas needing improvement ahead of their League Cup match against Brighton on Wednesday.

Manchester City and Liverpool both lost over the weekend, helping Arsenal widen the gap at the top of the table after nine matches.

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