Tottenham 1-4 Arsenal: North London Derby Match Analysis Breakdown

Arsenal crushed Tottenham 4-1 in a thrilling February 2026 showdown. Eze and Gyokeres bagged braces, while Raya starred with key saves. Full football match analysis reveals tactical masterclass, xG dominance (2.4-0.9), and title race boost. Track live via SD Live: Sports Scores & News App!

The North London Derby never disappoints, and this 4-1 Arsenal romp over Tottenham was pure fireworks. Spurs' new boss Igor Tudor hoped for a bounce, but Gunners flexed title muscle—Eze's brace, Gyokeres double, and Raya's saves sealed it. Deeper dive? Our full football match analysis covers tactics, xG, and key moments that swung this thriller.

First Half: Tense Tug-of-War

Arsenal started sharp, probing Spurs' low block with Saka's wings and Odegaard's vision. Tottenham packed midfield, forcing patient build-up. Breakthrough at 32': Eze's curler from 20 yards—clinical finish, 1-0. Spurs hit back quick—Kolo Muani's header off a Gray cross, 1-1 just two minutes later. Possession: Arsenal 62%, but xG even at 0.8 each. Arteta's halftime tweaks? Shift to high press paid dividends.

Second Half Domination: Clinical Gunners

Boom—47th minute, Gyokeres slots home Rice's through-ball, 2-1. Arsenal smelled blood, ramping tempo. Eze's second (65') exploited Spurs' tired legs—dribble past two, low drive. Raya earned MOTM: three worldies, including Son's rocket. Gyokeres' stoppage-time poacher's finish iced it amid pyros chaos. Stats: Arsenal 18 shots (9 on target), Spurs 8; xG 2.4-0.9. Tudor post-match: "We need fight."

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Key Takeaways and Title Race Boost

Arsenal's depth shone: subs changed game, set-pieces lethal. Spurs leaky at back—16th place, relegation shadow. This win bumps Gunners to 61 points, five clear of City. Arteta masterclass in rotation amid UCL fatigue. Derbies define seasons—this one screamed champions. Arsenal march on; Spurs rebuild. Who's next?