Belt game 3,388 · March 1, 1986
Newcastle United take the belt
Newcastle United beat Arsenal 1–0 at home to start reign 1,252 of the Premier League belt, the 39th for the franchise.
Arsenal had held it since December 21, 1985, with 4 defenses over 70 days.
Newcastle United held it for 28 days and 3 defenses, then lost it to Everton on March 29, 1986.
1,252Reign number
39Team's reign
3Defenses
28Days held