Gabriel Magalhaes secured the victory with a strong header in the second half of Arsenal’s hard-fought 1-0 victory over Tottenham in the North London Derby on Sunday. Arsenal had numerous opportunities to take the lead, but David Raya made some vital stops to keep the Gunners in the match. One of the best chances was when Gabriel Martinelli was set up by Leandro Trossard with a deft flick, but the Brazilian took a meek shot straight at Spurs goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario.
Speaking on Radio Five Live, BBC pundit Matthew Upson criticized Martinelli’s finish, calling it a wasted opportunity, while applauding Trossard’s play. He said it was disappointing that Martinelli was unable to take advantage of the situation, particularly considering how well Trossard had set up the shot.
Even so, Arsenal’s defense held firm throughout the game, with players like Gabriel Magalhaes, William Saliba, and Jurrien Timber spearheading the attack. Ian Wright referred to the defense as “fantastic,” and it was a major factor in keeping Spurs from scoring.
With this victory, Arsenal’s impressive start to the season reached a new milestone. They are still undefeated and are proving their worth without important players like Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard. The triumph cemented the Gunners’ position as formidable competitors, as Mikel Arteta’s team once again displayed their defensive tenacity and tactical discipline.
Gabriel’s game-winning goal and Leandro Trossard’s inventiveness demonstrated Arsenal’s quality at crucial junctures, heightening their hopes for a prosperous campaign. The Gunners are setting themselves up nicely for a possible title challenge thanks to strong performances from every member of the squad.
