Arsenal and Tottenham remain undefeated in the Premier League as the 2 sides can’t beat each other after 2-2 at Emirates Stadium.
Arsenal took the lead after Bukayo Saka shot was deflected by Cristian Romero, and the Spurs defender scored an own goal.
In the 38th minute, Tottenham had a fantastic chance to tie the game but Brennan Johnson’s shot was saved by David Raya. However, 4 minutes later, Spurs captain Heung-Min Son netted in the bottom right post to even the result at the North London derby.
Honours even at Emirates Stadium. pic.twitter.com/CIR6lNfES8
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) September 24, 2023
The Gunners receive a penalty after Romero handball and Bukayo Saka converted it in the 54th minute. However, only 1 minute later, Jorginho, who replaced Declan Rice at halftime, made a huge mistake and Spurs tie the match again as Heung-Min Son scored his 2nd goal after James Maddison’s assist.
Heung-Min Son’s game by numbers vs. Arsenal:
93% pass accuracy
18 touches
2 shots on target
2 key passes
2 goals
1 big chance createdAt the double at the Emirates. ✌️ pic.twitter.com/EHKnNQUxNP
— Statman Dave (@StatmanDave) September 24, 2023
The Korean played until the 78th minute when he was replaced by Richarlison.
Arsenal is in 5th place with 14 points after 4 victories and 2 draws from 6 games, while Tottenham is in 4th place with the same points as the Gunners but will better goal difference.
Arsenal are now unbeaten at the Emirates in the Premier League against Spurs for 13 games. They last lost in 2010/11, when they lost 3-2.
What a run. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/XzP6mUccF1
— Statman Dave (@StatmanDave) September 24, 2023