Four Takeaways from Arsenal’s North London Derby Victory Against Tottenham

In an exciting match at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Arsenal defeated Spurs 3-2 in a pivotal Premier League match, winning an intense North London Derby.

Arsenal took the lead thanks to an own goal from Pierre Emile Hojbjerg. Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz then doubled the advantage, and the Gunners led 3-0 at the break. A penalty kick by Son Heung Min added spice to the match after David Raya’s gift to Cristian Romero cut the lead.

However, the Gunners managed to hang on for a vital win that puts them in the running for the Premier League. The four things we discovered during yet another exciting meeting in North London are as follows:

Saka Bukayo Magic Proceeds
The game was highlighted by Bukayo Saka’s outstanding performance, which made him the first player from Arsenal to score in both North London derbies in a single season since Alexandre Lacazette in 2019–20 and the first Englishman to do so since Ian Wright in 1993–94.

Saka scored his team’s fifteenth goal in the league this year. With 33 goals this season, he has solidified his role as a major contributor to Arsenal’s victory. In addition, the goal he scored was beautiful, and Arsenal fans were treated to a visual feast with the movement and finish of the incredible play.

The Centurion Win of Mikel Arteta
In addition, Mikel Arteta won his 100th game in charge of Arsenal during the game, surpassing all previous Arsenal managers in the Premier League history in terms of win %. Arsenal has won 25 league games this season thanks to Arteta’s smart leadership, putting them in position to qualify for the Champions League and maybe more as the season draws to an end.

David Raya continues to make errors
With a three-goal advantage, Arsenal was playing fairly well in the second half. However, David Raya made a blunder that fundamentally altered the course of the game. Cristian Romero scored a goal to cut the lead after Raya gave up possession of the ball. Spurs then resumed the game and created difficulties for the visiting team. The Spaniard has committed errors in the past that resulted in goals. Throughout the next weeks and months, he will need to improve this aspect of his game.

To all Gooners, a happy St. Totteringham’s Day
In addition to securing local bragging rights, the win ensured that Arsenal would finish ahead of Tottenham for the 24th time in Premier League history—an accomplishment that Arsenal supporters commemorate on St. Totteringham’s Day. After the victory, Arsenal has 80 points from 35 games, while Spurs have just 60 points from 33 games.