Premier League: Eze scores winner for Arsenal against former team Crystal Palace


Eberechi Eze scored his first Premier League goal for Arsenal against his former side Crystal Palace on Sunday, extending the north London club’s lead at the top of the table.

Eze, who spent five seasons at Selhurst Park before Arsenal signed him in August, struck in the 39th minute when Gabriel Magalhaes headed Declan Rice’s free-kick into his path. The midfielder jumped past Dean Henderson for the first time.

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The win extended Arsenal’s unbeaten run to six league games and ten games in all competitions, and opened a four-point lead over second-placed Bournemouth on 22 points after nine games.

The second half at the Emirates Stadium felt very different as Arsenal pushed for a second goal, with a flurry of chances including a chance for an easy tap-in for Bukayo Saka, which Palace defender Marc Guehi struggled to clear.

Published on October 26, 2025



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