How Arsenal defeated Tottenham Hotspur in entertaining north London derby to stay top of Premier League table – live

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.