In a thrilling North London derby, Arsenal showcased their resilience to fend off Tottenham Hotspur’s late resurgence, clinching a 3-2 victory and extending their lead at the top of the Premier League table. Despite a scare in the second half, Mikel Arteta’s men held their nerve to secure a vital win.
The match started with both teams fiercely contesting every inch of the pitch, but it was Arsenal who drew first blood when Pierre-Emile Højbjerg inadvertently headed the ball into his own net from Bukayo Saka’s corner. Undeterred, Tottenham pushed forward, with Cristian Romero hitting the woodwork and Micky van de Ven having a goal disallowed for offside.
Arsenal capitalized on their opportunities, with Saka doubling the lead after a sublime assist from Kai Havertz, before Havertz himself found the net with a powerful header. The Gunners looked in control heading into halftime, but Tottenham refused to go down without a fight.
The second half saw Tottenham claw their way back into the game, with David Raya’s mistake gifting Romero a goal and a penalty awarded to Tottenham, converted by Son Heung-min. However, despite Tottenham’s late surge, Arsenal’s defense held firm to secure the victory and extend their lead at the summit of the Premier League.
With this crucial win, Arsenal demonstrated their title credentials and showcased their ability to withstand pressure in high-stakes matches, leaving their rivals trailing in their wake.
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