Eberechi Eze Shines as Arsenal Overcome Tottenham in North London Derby

Arsenal defeated Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 in a thrilling North London Derby on Sunday, February 22, 2026, restoring their five-point lead at the top of the Premier League table. A brace from Eberechi Eze, along with goals from Viktor Gyokeres (two), propelled the Gunners to victory, while Randal Kolo Muani scored the lone goal for Spurs.

Match Highlights

The match, played in a vibrant atmosphere at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, saw Arsenal seize the lead through Eberechi Eze in the 32nd minute. However, Tottenham responded swiftly, with Randal Kolo Muani leveling the score just 123 seconds later. Arsenal asserted their dominance in the second half, with Viktor Gyokeres putting them ahead in the 47th minute with a well-placed curled shot. Eze then extended Arsenal’s lead in the 61st minute, capitalizing on defensive errors from the home side. Gyokeres sealed the win with a goal in stoppage time.

Eze’s Continued Success Against Tottenham

Eberechi Eze has proven to be a consistent threat against Tottenham, scoring five goals against them this season. His performance on Sunday further cemented his reputation as a key player for Arsenal. Eze joined Arsenal in 2025 for a reported £67.5 million transfer fee after a successful spell at Crystal Palace, where he scored the winning goal in the 2025 FA Cup final.

Gyokeres’ Impact

Viktor Gyokeres also made a significant contribution, scoring two goals in the match. This performance marked a turning point in his Arsenal career, having returned to England and joined the Gunners.

Tottenham’s Struggles

The defeat leaves Tottenham 16th in the Premier League table, just four points above the relegation zone. The arrival of Igor Tudor as interim head coach did not immediately spark a turnaround, as evidenced by the team’s performance against Arsenal. Tottenham have only secured two Premier League home wins all season.

Standings Implications

Arsenal’s win puts them five points clear of Manchester City, who had temporarily closed the gap to two points with a victory on Saturday. The result intensifies the title race as the season progresses.

Key Moments

• 32nd minute: Eberechi Eze scores for Arsenal, opening the scoring.
• 34th minute: Randal Kolo Muani equalizes for Tottenham.
• 47th minute: Viktor Gyokeres puts Arsenal back in the lead.
• 61st minute: Eberechi Eze scores his second goal of the match, extending Arsenal’s lead.
• Stoppage Time: Viktor Gyokeres scores his second goal, completing the 4-1 victory for Arsenal.

Looking Ahead

Arsenal will look to maintain their momentum as they continue their pursuit of the Premier League title, while Tottenham will aim to climb out of the relegation battle under their new manager. The North London Derby result will undoubtedly fuel the rivalry between the two clubs for the foreseeable future.