Eze, Gyökeres fire Arsenal to Derby demolition of Tottenham

By Kazeem Ugbodaga

Arsenal delivered a commanding 4-1 victory over Tottenham on Sunday in a pulsating North London derby, stretching their advantage at the top of the Premier League table to five points.

In a match that carried both bragging rights and title implications, the Gunners showcased attacking precision and composure to overwhelm their rivals in front of a packed home crowd.

Arsenal struck first in the 32nd minute when Bukayo Saka reacted sharply in the box and teed up Eberechi Eze, who slotted home to give the visitors a deserved lead.

Tottenham responded quickly through Randal Kolo Muani, whose clinical finish in the 34th minute restored parity at 1-1 before the interval.

The second half, however, belonged entirely to Mikel Arteta’s side.

Just two minutes after the restart, Viktor Gyökeres restored Arsenal’s lead with a precise strike from the edge of the area, beating Guglielmo Vicario inside the right post. The goal shifted the momentum decisively in Arsenal’s favour.

Eze then grabbed his second of the afternoon in the 61st minute, reacting quickest to a loose ball in the box to make it 3-1 and silence the home supporters.

Tottenham attempted to mount a comeback, but David Raya stood firm in goal, producing crucial saves to deny Xavi Simons and Richarlison.

Deep into stoppage time, Gyökeres pounced on a defensive lapse to fire into the top corner and seal a comprehensive 4-1 triumph, underlining Arsenal’s dominance in the closing stages.

The result not only handed Arsenal derby bragging rights but also created a five-point cushion at the summit, reinforcing their credentials in the title race as the season enters a decisive stretch.