Arsenal have equalled their greatest-ever start to a Premier League campaign following a gritty 1-0 victory over Hull City on Saturday. The result ensures Mikel Arteta's side remain the team to beat as they continue their pursuit of consecutive domestic crowns.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has singled out Noni Madueke for special praise following his side's hard-fought 1-0 victory over Hull City at the Emirates. The Gunners boss highlighted the winger's professional transformation during the international break as a key factor in his recent run of explosive form.
Arsenal cemented their place at the top of the Premier League table with a gritty 1-0 victory over Hull City at the Emirates Stadium. A 72nd-minute strike from captain Martin Odegaard finally pierced a resilient five-man Hull defence.
Arsenal were denied a penalty against Hull City on Saturday after VAR ruled Kai Havertz offside before he was hauled down by Nobel Mendy. Home fans briefly celebrated when referee Farai Hallam first announced the foul, but Hull were instead awarded a free kick, leaving Mikel Arteta fuming on the touchline during a tense first half at the Emirates Stadium.
Mikel Arteta has lauded Declan Rice's relentless drive to reach the pinnacle of the game following the midfielder's latest inclusion in the England setup. The Gunners boss believes his star man has unlocked a new level of performance that makes him a nightmare for opposition managers to plan against.
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