The crowd at the Emirates grew restless as Tottenham tried to slow down the game, particularly as Arsenal struggled to find the opening goal. Jurrien Timber's attempt was lacking conviction, and Saka's free-kick was saved.

The Gunners finally broke the deadlock in the 36th minute, when Merino found Leandro Trossard with a well-placed pass. Trossard controlled the ball and hit a shot on the turn that was deflected past the goalkeeper by Micky van de Ven.

Eze sealed the win with two more goals, securing Arsenal's fourth consecutive victory in North London derbies this century.