Arsenal Turn Fleetwood Low Into Magical Anfield Win

Arsenal followed one of the most embarrassing results of their season with one of the most satisfying. After a defeat to League Two Fleetwood that raised uncomfortable questions, the Gunners travelled to Anfield and came away with the three points that matter most.

The win is significant beyond the scoreline. It is Arsenal's first victory at Anfield in 14 years, ending a long run of frustration on one of English football's toughest grounds. Results like this tend to linger in a title race, and this one has been described as magical by those who watched it.

It also changes the table. The result lifts Arsenal to a three-point lead at the top of the Premier League, putting them ahead of their rivals while every dropped point is being counted. Supporters who watched the Fleetwood defeat with alarm will be glad to see a response of this kind.