Arteta praised Arsenal for their positive mindset in fighting for every victory.

2025-11-25 04:33

Arsenal, nicknamed "The Gunners," defeated Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 in a key match of the 12th round of the 2025/26 Premier League season, thanks to a goal from Trossard and a hat-trick from Eze. Mikel Arteta stated that the players had been actively preparing since returning from the international break and was pleased with Eze's outstanding performance.

Merino assisted Trossard in the 36th minute to give Arsenal a 1-0 lead. In the 41st minute, Rice passed the ball to Eze, who broke through the defense and slotted it home to give Arsenal a 2-0 lead over Tottenham Hotspur.

At the start of the second half, Timber assisted Eze to score with a long-range shot, making the score 3-0. In the 55th minute, Palinha intercepted the ball, and Richarlison immediately received it and scored with a long-range shot from midfield, helping Tottenham Hotspur pull one back to 1-3.

In the 76th minute, Trossard received a pass from Merino and crossed the ball to Eze, who curled a shot into the net, extending Arsenal's lead to 4-1. Ultimately, Arsenal defeated Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 at the Emirates Stadium.

With the three points, Arsenal are now in first place in the standings with 29 points, six points ahead of second-placed Chelsea.

Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said, "It's incredible. After looking at the data, the last time someone scored a hat-trick in a North London derby was many years ago. This shows how difficult it is, but it's not a coincidence."

“After the international break, players are given two days off, but Eze refused, saying he had to come back to training the next day. He kept asking me questions about positioning and rhythm. Such outstanding performances happen when a player has talent and a strong desire to improve himself and contribute to the team.”

Speaking about Eze's hat-trick, Arteta said, "I got goosebumps all over and felt that this game was so special and important. It meant so much to the players who were experiencing this for the first time. We had a huge responsibility, but we also made so many people happy and proud for Arsenal, and we really did it."

“I’ve enjoyed every minute of preparation since the players came back from the national team. I could feel their eagerness to get back together and build momentum for matches like this. From the first minute, the atmosphere we created with the fans, the team’s energy, and the players’ performance, I think it was an extraordinary day.”