Arsenal returned to the summit of the Premier League table with a narrow victory over Fulham at Craven Cottage. The north Londoners went into the game knowing that a draw would be enough to take them above Manchester City, who had beaten Everton earlier in the day. Leandro Trossard's second-half goal secured maximum points for the Gunners at the end of a hard-fought contest.

Both teams had chances to open the scoring before Arsenal found the breakthrough from a corner. Trossard, who had failed to impress up to that point, was in position at the back post to divert the ball home from close range. It was far from a vintage Arsenal display in spite of the result, with the absence of Martin Odegaard meaning that creativity from midfield was at a premium.

Express Sport rates and slates the Arsenal players following today's game...

David Raya - 6

Mostly a spectator as Fulham struggled to hit the target. Stayed sharp enough to deal with the few efforts that went his way.

Jurrien Timber - 7

Had another good game, linking up well with Bukayo Saka to make inroads...