Eberechi Eze Hat-Trick Powers Arsenal to 4-1 North London Derby Win Over Tottenham

When Arsenal crushed Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, November 23, 2025, it wasn’t just another win — it was a statement. Eberechi Eze, the electric winger who’d spent years playing second fiddle, turned into a nightmare for Spurs with a hat-trick that left the north London crowd roaring and the league table trembling. The final whistle blew at 90'+5', sealing a result that now makes Arsenal’s lead at the top of the Premier League feel even more untouchable. With 32 points from 13 matches, the Gunners are 9 points clear of Chelsea, while Tottenham, once again, are left chasing shadows.

Why This Derby Felt Different

This wasn’t just another derby. It was the 199th meeting between the two clubs in league play — and the 16th time Arsenal had hosted Spurs at the Emirates since 2006. The home side has won ten of those 16, lost just once. This time, they didn’t just win — they dismantled. Tottenham, despite entering the match with the Premier League’s best away record, looked disjointed from the first whistle. Their defense, usually so organized, collapsed under the weight of Eze’s pace and precision. And when the Nigerian international scored his third goal in the 78th minute — a curling left-footed finish from the edge of the box — it wasn’t just a goal. It was a coronation.

The Hat-Trick That Changed Everything

Eze’s first came in the 22nd minute, capitalizing on a rare slip by Cristian Romero. A quick one-two with Martin Ødegaard, a feint past Destiny Udogie, and a low drive into the bottom corner. The Emirates exploded. The second, in the 51st, was pure instinct: a loose ball from a corner, a diving header off a cross from Gabriel Martinelli. The third? Pure theatre. A counterattack. A 40-yard sprint. A final touch that kissed the post before nestling in. He didn’t celebrate wildly. He just pointed to the sky. Maybe he was thinking of his father, who passed away in 2022. Maybe he was just tired of being overlooked.

It was the first Premier League hat-trick by an Arsenal player since Alexandre Lacazette in 2021 — and the first ever by a Nigerian in a North London Derby. The crowd chanted his name long after the final whistle. Even Mikel Arteta, usually stoic, raised his arms to the stands. "He’s not just a player," Arteta said post-match. "He’s a heartbeat right now."

Tottenham’s Struggles Deepen

For Tottenham Hotspur, this loss stings more than most. They’d gone unbeaten in their last five away games — until now. Their only goal came from a 63rd-minute penalty by James Maddison, converted after a handball by William Saliba. But the penalty felt like a consolation. Their midfield, led by Yves Bissouma, looked sluggish. Their defense, missing the absent Dominic Solanke (still recovering from ankle surgery since August), had no answers. And their manager, Ange Postecoglou, looked increasingly frustrated on the touchline.

"We had chances," Postecoglou admitted afterward. "But we didn’t take them. And when you play Arsenal at home, you can’t afford to miss. They punished us. Every time."

Spurs’ last win at the Emirates? May 2022. That’s 32 league visits without a victory. The numbers don’t lie. And the emotional weight? Even heavier.

Who’s Watching — And How

In the UK, Sky Sports broadcast the match live across Main Event, Premier League, and Ultra HD channels, with live streaming available via Sky GO and NOW TV. In the US, Peacock Premium carried the 11:30 a.m. ET kickoff, as confirmed by CBS Sports. The broadcast was accompanied by the usual wall of analysis — from former Arsenal captain Tony Adams to ex-Spurs striker Jermain Defoe — who spent half the match arguing whether Eze’s third goal should’ve been ruled offside.

For those without subscriptions, free highlights appeared on YouTube and the Premier League’s official app within 30 minutes of the final whistle. Sky Sports also offered a live match blog with minute-by-minute updates — a lifeline for fans stuck at work or on the go.

What’s Next for Both Clubs

Arsenal now turn their focus to Wednesday, November 26, 2025, when Bayern Munich rolls into the Emirates for a Champions League clash. A win there could seal top spot in Group B. Then, on December 1, they host Chelsea at Stamford Bridge — a match that could effectively decide the league title.

Tottenham’s path is steeper. They travel to Paris to face Paris Saint-Germain — the reigning European champions — on the same night. It’s a rematch of the 2025 UEFA Super Cup, and a brutal test. Then, just three days later, they host Fulham. Two games in six days. No rest. No margin for error.

The Bigger Picture

This result isn’t just about bragging rights. It’s about momentum. Arsenal have now won six of their last seven league games. They’ve scored 18 goals in that stretch. Their attack is fluid, their midfield is controlled, and their defense — once shaky — is now among the league’s tightest. Meanwhile, Tottenham’s top-four hopes are slipping. They’re now 11 points behind fourth place. The window is closing.

And then there’s Eze. Once labeled "talented but inconsistent," he’s now the focal point of Arsenal’s most dangerous attack. His hat-trick wasn’t luck. It was the culmination of months of work — late-night sessions, video analysis, and a refusal to be defined by his past.