Arsenal wins the classic against Tottenham and remains in second place
Arteta’s side beat Liverpool 2-1 at Emirates to move four points behind leaders
SUMMARY
Arsenal came from behind to beat Tottenham 2-1 on Wednesday in a match valid for the 20th round of the Premier League. Playing at home, Mikel Arteta’s team fell behind to a goal by Son. However, the team managed to get the result in the first half. In the 39th minute with an own goal by Solanke, and in the 43rd minute with Trossard. With the result, Arsenal remains in second place in the competition, with 43 points – four behind leaders Liverpool. Tottenham, on the other hand, is in 13th place, with 24.
RICHARLISON IS BACK
The big news from the match between Arsenal and Tottenham was the return of striker Richarlison. The Brazilian had not played since November, when he suffered a muscle injury. Returning from injury, the player started the match on the bench, and came on in the 32nd minute of the second half.
TRIBUTE TO GABRIEL JESUS
Striker Gabriel Jesus received a tribute from the Arsenal squad ahead of the derby against Tottenham. The Brazilian, who suffered a serious injury in the FA Cup match between Arsenal and Manchester United , received support from his teammates as he entered the field for the London derby.
Jesus ruptured the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee, will undergo surgery, and is expected to be out of action for the rest of the season.
