New-look Tottenham fell to a tough Arsenal side in the North London Derby.
Tottenham’s challenging season took another hit as Arsenal dominated in a derby match at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Viktor Gyokeres netted two goals, while Eberechi Eze added two more. Randal Kolo Muani scored for Tottenham, but it was a brief moment of relief in an otherwise troubling game. Igor Tudor’s team is now in 16th place, with the gap to the relegation zone narrowing.
Winners
Randal Kolo Muani: The French forward stood out on a tough day for Tottenham, working hard against a solid Arsenal defense and scoring with composure. His movement and effort shone in contrast to the rest of the team, making his early substitution in the 68th minute feel unwarranted as he was keeping Spurs competitive. His performance highlights the need for strong leaders within the squad.
Guglielmo Vicario: Made several crucial saves that prevented the score from being worse. His sharp reflexes and positioning allowed Tottenham to stay in the game, even though he couldn’t do much about the goals scored by Arsenal.
Losers
Radu Dragusin: Another tough match for the Romanian, who struggled against Arsenal’s pace and movement. He often found himself out of position, contributing to defensive issues that gave Arsenal easy chances. Doubts about his fit for Premier League football continue to grow.
Pape Matar Sarr: Lacking presence and energy in midfield when Tottenham needed it most. Sarr was easily bypassed, offering little defensive support or help in possession. His ongoing selection raises concerns about the depth of options available to Tudor. The first goal from Eze came after Saka got past Sarr to create space.
Igor Tudor: Taking over a struggling squad, the 4-1 scoreline shows a team that lacks defensive structure, strategy, and mental strength. Losing a home derby by three goals while using a back three that provided poor protection is a clear sign of the club’s current struggles. They need to start getting results soon, but those results are not materializing.