Arsenal delivered a resounding statement in the Premier League title race on Sunday, dismantling Tottenham 4-1 at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The victory restores the Gunners’ five-point lead at the top of the table, providing the perfect response after Manchester City had narrowed the gap just 24 hours earlier.
The afternoon was defined by clinical braces from Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyökeres, who together tore through the Spurs defense.
Following a week of pressure and a frustrating draw at Wolves, Mikel Arteta’s side showed no signs of wavering, turning a high-stakes derby into a masterclass of attacking flair.
The victory extended Arsenal’s dominance in the derby, completing a league double over Spurs this season and underlining their superiority. Arteta’s team controlled possession, created numerous chances, and showed the resilience needed in a tight title battle.
With the run-in intensifying, this commanding win boosts confidence and silences critics questioning their title credentials. It serves as a clear signal to Guardiola’s City: Arsenal won’t relinquish their position without a fierce fight.
