How Arsenal defeated Tottenham Hotspur in entertaining north London derby to stay top of Premier League table – live
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Brad Cox
October 1, 2022 at 9:53 AM EDT
Arsenal extended their lead at the top of the Premier League table with a comfortable 3-1 win over rivals Tottenham Hotspur.
Mikel Arteta’s side took the lead through a fantastic strike from Thomas Partey before Harry Kane pulled one back for Spurs from the penalty spot.
The Gunners came out of the interval looking sharp and regained the lead through Gabriel Jesus after a horrible mistake from Hugo Lloris.
Emerson Royal was then sent off for Spurs after what was a late challenge on Gabriel Martinelli.
Arsenal then kicked on and doubled their lead through a fine finish from Granit Xhaka. Arteta’s side then cruised to victory and Spurs appeared to give up.
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October 1, 2022 at 9:49 AM EDT
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That’s all from today’s North London derby. Tomorrow we have the Manchester derby! What a weekend of football in store.
October 1, 2022 at 9:41 AM EDT
Another stellar performance from Saliba
What an introduction he has been for Arsenal this season.
October 1, 2022 at 9:32 AM EDT
Some thoughts from James
Conte missing a middle man out there today?
October 1, 2022 at 9:28 AM EDT
How the events unfolded
A valuable three points for the Gunners.
October 1, 2022 at 9:22 AM EDT
FT: Arsenal 3-1 Tottenham
Well, that’s a mighty impressive victory for Arsenal over their rivals, Tottenham. They also take a four-point lead at the top of the table with second-place Manchester City set to take on Manchester United tomorrow. Mikel Arteta’s side truly dominated this afternoon and Antonio Conte’s Spurs couldn’t get near the Gunners.
October 1, 2022 at 9:13 AM EDT
Spurs fans heading for the exits
83′ Arsenal 3-1 Spurs
They probably could have left 10 minutes ago, Spurs haven’t done anything since falling behind. Arsenal have been dominant.
October 1, 2022 at 9:05 AM EDT
Arsenal knocking the ball about with ease
76′ Arsenal 3-1 Spurs
They’ve been the better side from minute one and this game is as good as over. Tottenham look down and out and Arsenal are walking around the pitch with the ball.
October 1, 2022 at 9:01 AM EDT
Spurs make four subs!
71′ Arsenal 3-1 Spurs
Quite a change in system for Conte.
October 1, 2022 at 8:56 AM EDT
GOAL! Xhaka doubles Spurs’ lead
67′ Arsenal 3-1 Spurs
He has been in some goal-scoring form this season and he does it again today! Xhaka tucks it past Lloris with ease and that should be that! Arsenal are cruising at the top of the Premier League table.
October 1, 2022 at 8:53 AM EDT
A triple change incoming
64′ Arsenal 2-1 Spurs
After the red card it appears Conte is preparing some changes.
October 1, 2022 at 8:51 AM EDT
Spurs are down to 10 men!
61′ Arsenal 2-1 Spurs
Emerson Royal has been sent off for a challenge on Martinelli. I’m not too sure about that one if I’m honest, it looks like a harsh decision on the Spurs defender.
October 1, 2022 at 8:44 AM EDT
Stoppage in play
55′ Arsenal 2-1 Spurs
Jesus is down injured but it appears he will be fine to continue.
October 1, 2022 at 8:40 AM EDT
Look away Spurs fans…
51′ Arsenal 2-1 Spurs
Jesus has NEVER lost a Premier League game in which he’s scored.
October 1, 2022 at 8:38 AM EDT
THAT DIDN’T TAKE LONG!
49′ Arsenal 2-1 Spurs
Gabriel Jesus gives the Gunners the lead! Just four minutes into the second half and Jesus pokes it through Lloris to give Arsenal the lead. It’s a horrific mistake from the Spurs goalkeeper.
October 1, 2022 at 8:34 AM EDT
The players are back out!
46′ Arsenal 1-1 Spurs
No changes at the break and we’re underway in the second half.
October 1, 2022 at 8:29 AM EDT
Perfect Kane
He loves a goal at the Emirates!
October 1, 2022 at 8:17 AM EDT
HT: It’s all level at the break
Arsenal 1-1 Spurs
What an opening 45 minutes of action that was in the North London derby! Arsenal will feel as though they should be ahead at the break after all the chances they had early on. Spurs grew into the match and one Son counter-attack caused all sorts of problems for Arsenal’s defence that led to the penalty where Kane drew his side level. It’s anybody’s game in the second half and both managers will have to think about how they approach the next 45 minutes.
October 1, 2022 at 8:08 AM EDT
Another record for Kane!
He also extends his lead for the most goals scored in a North London derby.
October 1, 2022 at 8:02 AM EDT
GOAL! 1-1!
31′ Arsenal 1-1 Spurs
Kane clips it down the middle and gets his team right back in it. A huge goal for Spurs which has come out of nowhere!
October 1, 2022 at 8:00 AM EDT
PENALTY TO SPURS!
29′ Arsenal 1-0 Spurs
It’s a fantastic counter-attack from Spurs and Gabriel brings down Richarlison in the box.