Tottenham 0 – 2 Arsenal
Arsenal moved eight points clear at the top of the Premier League table with a 2-0 win over Spurs in a pulsating north London derby at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Mikel Arteta’s side, seeking to capitalise on Manchester City’s defeat to Manchester United on Saturday, went ahead when Hugo Lloris clumsily spilled a Bukayo Saka cross into his own net (14).
Martin Odegaard then capped a dominant first-half display with a stunning long-range effort (36) which ultimately sealed Arsenal’s first Premier League away win over Spurs since 2014.
Antonio Conte’s side improved in the second half following yet another insipid first-half showing, but they could not find a way past Aaron Ramsdale, who made a string of fine saves.
The victory puts Arsenal in a commanding position in the Premier League title race and leaves their north London rivals five points behind fourth-placed Manchester United as they lost further ground on the Champions League places.
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Hugo Lloris’ own goal gave Arsenal an early lead
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Martin Odegaard’s long-range strike doubled Arsenal’s lead
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What’s next?
Tottenham’s next game is a huge Premier League clash at Manchester City on Thursday, live on Sky Sports – kick-off 8pm.
Antonio Conte’s side then travel to Fulham for another London derby on Monday Night Football on January 23, live on Sky Sports – kick-off 8pm.
Monday 23rd January 7:00pm
Kick off 8:00pm
Arsenal’s next outing is a vital Premier League fixture at home to Manchester United on Sunday, live on Sky Sports – kick-off 4.30pm.
Sunday 22nd January 4:00pm
Kick off 4:30pm
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