Eze Double Fires Arsenal Past Spurs in 4-1 Derby Win

Eze the Derby Hero Again as Arsenal Crush Spurs 4-1

Arsenal delivered a statement performance in the North London Derby as Eberechi Eze inspired a dominant 4-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur, restoring the Gunners’ five-point lead at the top of the Premier League.

After surrendering a two-goal lead against Wolves earlier in the week, questions were raised about Arsenal’s title credentials. But Mikel Arteta’s side answered emphatically at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Eze Torments Spurs Once More

Eze, who scored a hat-trick in November’s derby meeting, once again proved decisive against Spurs.

The England international opened the scoring in the 32nd minute, reacting quickest inside the box to finish from close range. Tottenham responded almost immediately through Randal Kolo Muani, who produced a fine individual effort to level the score.

However, Arsenal regained control shortly after half-time when Viktor Gyokeres struck from 20 yards with a clinical right-footed finish.

Eze added his second on 61 minutes, capitalising on defensive hesitation to sweep home Arsenal’s third and silence the home crowd.

Gyokeres then sealed the victory in stoppage time, overpowering Archie Gray before finishing confidently to complete the 4-1 rout.

Arsenal Show Title Mentality

Eze torments Spurs again as leaders Arsenal win north London derby

Unlike their collapse at Wolves, Arsenal maintained intensity and composure after retaking the lead.

With Manchester City having reduced the gap earlier in the weekend, the pressure was firmly on Arteta’s men. But the Gunners demonstrated maturity, game control and cutting edge — traits required in a tight title race.

The victory keeps Arsenal firmly in command, five points clear at the summit with the Premier League entering its decisive phase.

Tudor Faces Major Rebuild at Spurs

For Tottenham, Igor Tudor’s first match in charge exposed the scale of the task ahead.

Although Kolo Muani briefly restored hope, Spurs were ultimately outclassed. Defensive frailties and a lack of cohesion were evident as Arsenal dominated proceedings.

Spurs now sit 16th in the table, just four points above the relegation zone, and face a genuine battle to steady their season.

Match Stats Snapshot

• Arsenal goals: Eze (2), Gyokeres (2)

• Tottenham goal: Kolo Muani

• Possession: Arsenal controlled second-half tempo

• Result: Tottenham 1-4 Arsenal