Arsenal attacked Spurs’ pitch with composure. Even though the goal was three points, the away team did not rush to attack. Arsenal’s fortunes turned in the 15th minute when Hojbjerg headed in his own goal from a corner kick, giving the away team the lead. Tottenham added to their attacking squad after conceding a goal. Less than ten minutes later, the home team twice hit the post and once put the ball in Arsenal’s net, but VAR failed to recognize the offside error.
Romero shot the ball and hit the post (Photo: Getty).
Tottenham continues to have horrible luck. In the 24th minute, two Tottenham players collided in the Arsenal penalty area; the referee did not sound his whistle, and the home team players appeared to halt. Arsenal snatched the ball and made a quick counterattack. Saka turned the ball and scored well in the penalty area, making the score 2-0.Tottenham dominated ball control after Arsenal scored two goals, triggering a defensive comeback. However, the visiting squad was able to easily threaten Vacario’s goal when Tottenham’s defense failed, particularly against high balls.
In the 38th minute, Havertz headed the ball into Tottenham’s net from a corner kick, making it 3-0. This is also the score from the first half. Arsenal remained sharper than Tottenham in the early stages of the second half; the visitors created a few chances but failed to score any more goals. Tottenham was at a halt when they received a lucky break. In the 66th minute, Raya passed the ball to Romero while he was away from the goal. The Argentine player easily scored, making the score 1-3.
Tottenham had the opportunity to score in the second half (Photo: Getty).
Tottenham continued to attack after scoring the goal, but Arsenal effectively neutralized it. Rice made a mistake in the 85th minute, shooting directly at Davies in the penalty area. After checking VAR, referee Oliver awarded the home team a penalty.
Son Heung Min successfully scored 11 metres, increasing the score to 2-3.The score difference was just one goal, putting Arsenal under severe pressure in the remaining official time and six minutes of extra time. Tottenham, on the other side, failed to score enough goals to win the game. Arsenal still leads the Premier League after round 35, with 80 points. Tottenham has 60 points after 33 games; coach Postecoglou’s side has little chance of finishing in the top four, but with their current record, they will struggle to fight with Aston Villa (67 points).