Houghton praises Arteta's formidable Arsenal

Danny Murphy warned that Arsenal’s title challengers should be very worried after the north London club edged Hull 1‑0 at the Emirates on Saturday (Sat), lifting them six points clear at the top of the Premier League despite a day that saw Martin Odegaard’s late strike decide the game, while Manchester City’s defeat at the City Ground by a Liam Delap‑inspired Nottingham Forest left the Champions further behind.

Future fixtures and points tally

Brighton, the only side to have beaten Arsenal so far, will look to narrow the gap when they meet Brentford at the Amex Stadium this afternoon.

Danny Murphy highlighted that Arsenal sit on 27 points after ten games, a total that normally secures the title, while noting the club have amassed 27 points from a possible 30.

Martin Odegaard’s 72nd‑minute strike proved decisive at the Emirates, sealing the win.

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Praise from former players and upcoming challenges

Murphy warned that Arsenal will continue to grow as the season progresses, saying “There’s more to come from this team, make no qualms about that”. He added that “they’re in a wonderful position and a really great place”. The former England international believes the champions have only begun to show their potential.

Former Lioness Steph Houghton echoed the admiration, stating she was impressed by Arsenal’s start. She praised Mikel Arteta for building a formidable squad, adding “it’s obvious how much quality Arsenal already had and they have added two or three more players this season”. Houghton noted the champions have faltered just once this term and highlighted the stability of the environment, saying “you can bring on the likes of Eberechi Eze and Mikel Merino in the second half”.

Arsenal will aim to tighten their grip on top spot when they travel to St James’ Park to face Newcastle in a week’s time. A tough Champions League clash at home to Borussia Dortmund follows three days later. The Gunners then return to the Emirates to host Manchester City in the league.