Arsenal has expanded their lead at the top of England to eight points.
With a commanding 2-0 victory over their bitter rivals Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, the Gunners strengthened their surprise run for the Premier League championship.
Hugo Lloris' own goal and Martin Odegaard's excellent long-range effort gave Arsenal a two-goal lead against Spurs in the first half after defending champions Manchester City fell 2-1 to Manchester United in their own derby match on Saturday.
Aaron Ramsdale of Arsenal made some fantastic saves during the game, but Mikel Arteta's team put on yet another superb performance, keeping their advantage never appearing seriously at risk.
After Lloris tipped the ball into his own net, the league leaders were on their approach to their first top-flight double victory against Spurs since the 2013–14 campaign. When Ryan Sessegnon attempted to pressurize him, Bukayo Saka picked up the ball in space down the right wing, switched it to his right foot, and slammed the ball across the six-yard box. Lloris mishandled the pass and it fell into his own net.
Later in the first period, Arsenal asserted their superiority once more. Thomas Partey - who rifled a superb drive against the post earlier in the half - slide the ball out wide to Saka, and the diminutive winger then moved the ball inside to Odegaard. The Norwegian playmaker adjusted his body in the space he was afforded before unleashing a low, unstoppable effort into the bottom corner from around 25 yards.
It was chilly. It was refined. Despite the youth of Arteta's team, it is obvious that Arsenal currently has players who are more resilient than those who previously represented the club. If there were any lingering questions before the game, Arsenal dispel any lingering questions before the game,
Although Ramsdale, who is brilliant, stopped shots from Ryan Sessegnon and Harry Kane during the first half's opening 15 minutes, Tottenham nearly lost their composure and Arsenal won.
After the game, there was pushing and shoving as Ramsdale, who had been arguing with Spurs forward Richarlison, seemed to be kicked by a Tottenham fan as he gathered his water bottle.
The head coach had a big smile on his face, though, as he was taken away from the chaos by Arteta and his team. His state of mind made sense. After 18 games, eight points is a sizable lead. If you can, get them.
"There is no question that we are in a terrific situation, but we must maintain our modesty. There is still much room for improvement "After the game, Odegaard commented
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