Eze scores winner for Arsenal against former side Palace

Premier League - Arsenal v Crystal Palace - Emirates Stadium, London, Britain - Oct 26, 2025 Arsenal's Eberechi Eze in action with Crystal Palace's Marc Guehi Action Images via Reuters/Paul Childs

Eberechi Eze scored his first Premier League goal for Arsenal against his former side Crystal Palace on Sunday to extend the North London club's lead at the top of the standings.

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 leapt to steer a first-time finish past Dean Henderson.

The victory extended Arsenal's unbeaten run to six league matches and 10 games in all competitions, and opened up a four-point cushion over second-placed Bournemouth with 22 points after nine games.

The second half at the Emirates Stadium had a far different feel as Arsenal pressed for a second goal, with a flurry of chances including a chance at an easy tap-in for Bukayo Saka that Palace defender Marc Guehi scrambled to boot clear.