Arsenal Triumphs in North London Derby Against Tottenham

On September 15, Arsenal achieved a significant 1-0 victory over Tottenham in the Premier League, marking their third consecutive win in this fierce rivalry. The decisive moment came when Gabriel Magalhaes scored with a header.

This win is particularly important for coach Mikel Arteta, who has now led the team to five victories against Spurs since he took over in 2019.

Missing key players Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard, Arsenal had to show resilience, especially in the final moments of the match, where their effectiveness in set pieces played a crucial role.

Bukayo Saka’s corner created chaos in the Tottenham defense, allowing Gabriel to outjump Cristian Romero and score.

Despite the jubilant celebrations from Arsenal fans, former player Paul Merson suggested that the goal could have been disallowed.

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After the goal, Tottenham players protested to referee Jarred Gillett, suggesting a foul by Arsenal’s No.6, a point Merson echoed. He mentioned, “I’d be disappointed if I didn’t get a foul as Romero.” He also criticized Romero’s positioning, highlighting the need for better defensive awareness.

With this victory, Arsenal extends their unbeaten streak to four matches at the start of the EPL season, as they prepare to face Atalanta in the UEFA Champions League on September 19.