Arsenal have achieved a historic feat in the North London derby, defeating Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 to record their third consecutive Premier League win over their bitter rivals.
This milestone marks the first time the Gunners have strung together three straight league wins over Spurs since 1989.
Controversial Equalizer Sparks Arsenal Comeback
The match was filled with drama, as Tottenham took the lead through a deflected Son Heung-min volley.
However, Arsenal’s pressure eventually paid off, as they leveled the score through a highly contentious Dominic Solanke own goal from a corner that seemed to be incorrectly awarded.
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Leandro Trossard’s fine strike then put the hosts ahead, securing a morale-boosting triumph for Mikel Arteta’s side.
Arsenal’s Impressive Statistics Continue to Mount
The win marks Arsenal’s 12th Premier League success of the season, propelling them back into second place in the table.
The Gunners remain unbeaten in 17 consecutive Premier League matches against the established ‘Big Six’ teams and are the only team in the Premier League this season not to have lost a single game at home.
Tottenham’s Struggles Continue
In contrast, Tottenham’s defeat leaves them 13th in the table, just eight points clear of the relegation zone.
Spurs will drop to 14th if Manchester United beat Southampton on Thursday. Ange Postecoglou’s team faces another challenging match at Everton on Sunday.
What’s Next for Arsenal?
Arsenal’s next challenge comes in the form of Unai Emery’s Aston Villa on Saturday, as they seek to continue their impressive run of form.
With the Premier League title race heating up, the Gunners will be looking to maintain their momentum and close the gap to leaders Liverpool.
