Will Arsenal win the Premier League after being top at Christmas?

Historically, Arsenal has not won the title on the previous four occasions they led the Premier League at Christmas. Manchester United and Manchester City have gone on to win titles in those years.

Who scored for Arsenal against Everton?

Viktor Gyokeres scored the only goal for Arsenal against Everton from the penalty spot.

How did Arsenal perform against Everton?

Arsenal secured a 1-0 victory, but their performance was described as unconvincing, with concerns about their overall play and conceding late goals in previous matches.

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Arsenal Reclaim Top Spot Despite Unconvincing Win

21 Dec, 2025

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Summary

Arsenal secured the Premier League summit at Christmas after a hard-fought victory.
Viktor Gyokeres converted a penalty, his first goal in five league games.
The team's performance was below par, mirroring recent narrow wins.

Arsenal Reclaim Top Spot Despite Unconvincing Win

Arsenal has ascended to the top of the Premier League table at Christmas following a hard-fought 1-0 victory against Everton. The crucial goal came from a penalty converted by Viktor Gyokeres, his first in five Premier League appearances, providing a much-needed boost for the team.

Despite securing the three points, Arsenal's performance was far from convincing, a pattern seen in their recent narrow wins. Mikel Arteta's side conceded a higher share of their goals in the final 10 minutes leading into this weekend, highlighting a need for improved concentration and execution throughout matches.

This win marks Arsenal's second consecutive victory achieved without showcasing their optimal performance. As the team looks to remain in contention after the Christmas break, Arteta will be focused on elevating their 90-minute performances to solidify their position at the summit.