In a thrilling north London derby, Arsenal emerged victorious with a hard-fought 1-0 win over Tottenham at their archrival's stadium. The match was settled by Gabriel Magalhaes' powerful header in the 64th minute, marking Arsenal's third consecutive win at Tottenham's ground.
Despite Tottenham dominating possession and creating several chances, it was Arsenal who capitalized on a corner kick, with Gabriel rising above the defense to score the decisive goal. The Brazilian defender's celebration in front of the jubilant away fans highlighted the significance of the victory for Arsenal.
The win was crucial for Arsenal, who are now just two points behind reigning champions Manchester City. With key players missing due to suspension and injury, Arsenal displayed resilience and teamwork to secure the three points.
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya made crucial saves early in the game to keep Tottenham at bay, while Tottenham's Dominic Solanke squandered opportunities to equalize. The match was characterized by physicality and intensity, with both teams receiving multiple bookings in the first half.
Despite Tottenham's late push for an equalizer, Arsenal held firm in defense to claim a vital victory. The visitors had limited options on the bench, but debutant Raheem Sterling made a late appearance to help see out the win.
The result sets up an exciting clash for Arsenal as they prepare to face Manchester City in their next fixture. The north London derby once again delivered drama and excitement, showcasing the fierce rivalry between the two clubs.
In the day's other Premier League fixture, Wolves hosted Newcastle in a match that added to the weekend's football action.
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