Ødegaard rescues Arsenal against stubborn Hull to keep title push alive
Martin Ødegaard's goal gave Arsenal a 1-0 win that keeps their Premier League title challenge on track.
Arsenal needed patience and composure to break down a determined Hull side that had not beaten them in 14 attempts since 2008. Hull created real chances on the counterattack and frustrated Arsenal for most of the match.
The visitors should have had a penalty just before halftime when Nobel Mendy pulled Kai Havertz's shirt in the box. VAR ruled Havertz was in an offside position and overturned the decision.
Martin Ødegaard, the Arsenal captain, finally broke through late in the second half. Goalkeeper Konstantinos Tzolakis spilled Noni Madueke's shot.
Ødegaard reacted quickest to tap in for his fifth goal of the season. The win puts Arsenal on 27 points from 10 games.
This matches their record tally from their opening 10 games in their championship season. Arsenal now holds a clear lead over Manchester City heading into the break.
- 27
- Arsenal points from 10 games
- 5
- Ødegaard goals this season
- August
- Hull winless since
- 14 attempts since 2008
- Hull's unbeaten run vs Arsenal
Why it mattersArsenal keeps their title challenge on track, while Hull remain without a league win since August despite their spirited display.
AustraliaArsenal fans in Australia follow their progress closely; this result keeps the Gunners on course for another Premier League title push.
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