Arsenal secured a crucial Premier League victory at Anfield on Sunday as Kai Havertz's decisive strike left Liverpool and captain Virgil van Dijk frustrated in the 2026/27 season clash.
The German forward's goal proved the difference in a tightly contested encounter at Anfield, with the Reds unable to find a response despite sustained pressure. Van Dijk marshalled the Liverpool defence throughout but could not prevent the Arsenal attacker from finding the net.
The result represents a significant away win for Arsenal in the early stages of the Premier League campaign, while Liverpool will rue missed opportunities on home soil. Player ratings reflected the visitors' clinical edge and the hosts' attacking frustration.
