Eberechi Eze Shines in Arsenal’s Victory Over Tottenham

omidbasir- Eberechi Eze’s recent transfer to Arsenal from Crystal Palace for £67.5 million ($88 million) ignited enthusiasm among fans regarding his potential contributions to Mikel Arteta’s attacking strategy. Following a promising start, Eze finally showcased his abilities during a thrilling 4-1 victory over Tottenham last Sunday.

As a lifelong Arsenal supporter, Eze expressed his delight at his performance and the team’s triumph over their arch-rivals. In an interview with Sky Sports, he stated, “That’s a good feeling. It’s an enjoyable day, and I’m happy to help the team. Winning today is special. I’m grateful again; this is what I pray for. I prayed for a hat-trick, and I got it, so I’m thankful to God.”

Manager Mikel Arteta echoed Eze’s excitement following the north London derby. In his remarks to BBC’s Match of the Day, he said, “It’s a very special day for us. We understood the match’s significance and what it means to our supporters. Delivering that joy is a beautiful experience. We dominated every aspect of the game, creating numerous chances and maintaining patience. Every player we utilized performed their role effectively. This squad possesses the belief and quality necessary for consistent excellence.”

Former Tottenham manager and player Tim Sherwood has suggested that Eze could earn a starting position in next year’s World Cup. He believes that if Thomas Tuchel opts for a number 10 role, Eze is the ideal candidate, despite facing competition from notable players such as Jude Bellingham, Chelsea’s Palmer, and Aston Villa’s Morgan Rogers. Sherwood remarked, “We can get carried away by his hat-trick in the North London derby, which is monumental for Eze and Arsenal. However, if you ask me who the most talented number 10 is, I would say Eze. He’s quick, ambidextrous, and possesses exceptional vision. He stands out as the most gifted number 10 in England. If we play with that position, it must be Eze.”

When questioned about scoring against a Tottenham team he nearly joined this summer, Eze sidestepped the inquiry, which Sherwood praised him for. He noted, “Credit to Eze; he didn’t seem affected by the atmosphere. He understood the stakes of the match, and he took it in stride. Great players handle such pressure well.”

While Arteta was pleased with Eze’s performance, he suggested the former Queens Park Rangers star could have scored even more. He emphasized the value of having a player capable of producing “magic moments.” Arteta stated, “That illustrates the difficulty of the task and what he achieved today. To be fair, he could have scored four or five. He’s a significant player who can create moments that unbalance the opposition. We controlled the game and could have scored multiple times. Our squad maintains belief and quality to deliver consistently. We are on a good momentum streak, but every Premier League game is challenging. It’s a long journey; we must take it game by game. Let’s savor tonight’s victory before facing Bayern Munich and Chelsea in the upcoming fixtures.”

Although Arsenal has triumphed in this crucial clash, they now prepare for an even more daunting challenge against a formidable Bayern Munich side at home in the Champions League on Wednesday, followed by a Premier League showdown against second-placed Chelsea on Sunday.