Arsenal claimed a hard-fought 2-1 victory against Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League at the Emirates Stadium, marking their third consecutive derby win. With goals from Leandro Trossard and a Dominic Solanke own goal, Arsenal secured the crucial three points to reduce the gap to league leaders Liverpool.
Early Struggles for Arsenal
The match began with Arsenal dominating possession, driven by the electric atmosphere created by home supporters. Tottenham, struggling for form with just one win in their previous eight matches, looked shaky. Arsenal pressed high, with Trossard coming close to breaking the deadlock, only to see his shot blocked. Despite their dominance, Arsenal failed to convert early chances.
Tottenham capitalized on a rare opportunity in the 24th minute. A Pedro Porro corner led to Son Heung-min scoring through a deflected shot, giving Spurs an unexpected lead. It marked Son’s eighth goal in a North London Derby, silencing the home crowd momentarily.
Arsenal’s Swift Comeback
The Gunners responded with determination. In the 39th minute, a corner from Declan Rice created chaos in Tottenham’s defense. Gabriel’s presence at the back post forced Solanke into an own goal, leveling the score. The Emirates erupted with joy.
Just four minutes later, Arsenal completed the turnaround. A strong challenge from Thomas Partey allowed Martin Ødegaard to release Trossard with a precise pass. The Belgian sprinted into the box and drilled a low shot past Spurs’ goalkeeper Antonín Kinsky, giving Arsenal a 2-1 lead.
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Second-Half Domination
Arsenal controlled the game in the second half, pushing for a third goal. Kai Havertz came close on multiple occasions, heading just wide and testing Kinsky with a powerful effort. Young defender Lewis Myles-Skelly impressed in his derby debut, showcasing composure beyond his years while contributing defensively and offensively.
Despite Arsenal’s dominance, Kinsky kept Spurs in the game with crucial saves. Declan Rice and Ødegaard saw their efforts denied, while Kieran Tierney’s late pass to Ødegaard ended with a shot wide of the target.
Nervous Finish
Tottenham offered little threat throughout the second half but came close to equalizing in stoppage time. Porro’s tight-angle shot struck the post, giving Arsenal fans a late scare. However, the Gunners held firm to secure the win, extending their unbeaten league run to 11 matches.
Key Facts
- Arsenal completed a Premier League double over Spurs for the fifth time, highlighting their dominance in recent derbies.
- Tottenham has now lost 11 league games this season, the joint-most at this stage in their Premier League history.
- Arsenal remains the most prolific team from set-pieces, with 26 corner goals since last season, four of which came against Spurs.
Looking Ahead
Arsenal now shifts focus to their upcoming fixtures, hosting Aston Villa on Saturday and Dinamo Zagreb in the Champions League next week. With momentum on their side, the Gunners aim to maintain pressure on Liverpool and continue their impressive form.
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