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Arsenal strengthen Premier League title hope, cruise past spurs 4–1 in North London derby

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Arsenal dominated rivals Tottenham Hotspur to claim a commanding 4–1 victory in Sunday’s Premier League North London derby at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

Arsenal broke the deadlock in the 32nd minute through Eberechi Eze, who finished calmly after a slick attacking move.

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Tottenham briefly equalised when Randal Kolo Muani scored in the 38th minute, giving Spurs hope before the break.

Early in the second half, Viktor Gyökeres restored Arsenal’s lead with a powerful finish in the 47th minute.

According to the Guardian, Eze added his second goal in the 61st minute, putting the visitors firmly in control and leaving Tottenham chasing the game.

Tottenham struggled to contain Arsenal’s quick passing and sharp movement, with gaps opening repeatedly in their defence.

Gyökeres completed his brace deep into stoppage time in the 90+4th minute, sealing a commanding 4–1 win for Arsenal.

The victory strengthens Arsenal’s title bid, while Tottenham are left reflecting on a heavy derby defeat and defensive lapses.

Contributed by Emmanuel Lungu

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