Eze Shines in Arsenal’s Victory Over Tottenham

omidbasir- This summer, Eberechi Eze made headlines by transferring from Crystal Palace to Arsenal for £67.5 million ($88 million). Expectations were high for the 27-year-old to enhance Mikel Arteta’s attacking lineup. While Eze exhibited promising performances, fans eagerly anticipated a standout display, which finally materialized in a resounding 4-1 victory against Tottenham on Sunday.

As a lifelong Arsenal supporter, Eze expressed his joy in contributing to the team’s triumph over their fierce rivals. In an interview with Sky Sports, he remarked, “It’s a good feeling. An enjoyable day, and I’m happy to help the team. Winning today is special. I prayed for this, a hat-trick, and I’m grateful to God for it.”

Manager Mikel Arteta echoed Eze’s enthusiasm following the North London derby victory. Speaking to BBC’s Match of the Day, he stated, “It’s a very special day for us. We understood the match’s significance for our fans. We dominated every aspect of the game, creating numerous chances and maintaining our composure. The squad possesses the belief and quality to deliver consistently.”

Former Tottenham manager Tim Sherwood has tipped Eze for a starting position at the next World Cup. He believes that if Thomas Tuchel opts for a number 10 role, Eze is the ideal choice despite competition from players like Jude Bellingham, Chelsea’s Palmer, and Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers. Sherwood commented, “While it’s easy to get carried away after a hat-trick in the North London derby, Eze has proven to be the most talented number 10 in England. He is quick, versatile, and possesses exceptional vision. If we play with a number 10, it should be Eze.”

When asked about scoring against Tottenham—a team he nearly joined this summer—Eze sidestepped the question, but Sherwood commended him for his poise under pressure. “Credit to him; he wasn’t fazed by the atmosphere. He embraced the moment, which is what great players do,” said Sherwood.

Although Arteta expressed his delight at Eze’s performance, he noted that the former Queens Park Rangers star could have scored even more. He values having a player capable of creating “magic moments” on the pitch. Arteta stated, “He could have had four or five goals today. He’s a key player who can unbalance an opponent. We’ve shown great momentum, but every Premier League match is challenging. We must take it one game at a time while celebrating tonight’s victory before our next fixtures against Bayern Munich and Chelsea.”

After an impressive win, Arsenal faces a significant challenge on Wednesday against a formidable Bayern Munich in the Champions League. Following that, they will meet second-placed Chelsea in a crucial Premier League matchup.