Eberechi Eze made a name for his self after scoring a hat-trick goal against Tottenham. Image credit: SkySports
(The Post News)- Eberechi Eze enjoyed a night to remember. He scored his first career hat-trick. This achievement led Arsenal to a dominant 4-1 victory in the North London Derby against Tottenham Hotspur. It was a particularly painful reminder for Spurs. They came close to signing the midfielder in the summer. But at the Emirates, they could barely get near him. Eze looked like a man determined to show them exactly what they missed out on.
After the match, Eze described the achievement as a “special” moment, and it certainly was. According to SuperSport, the 27-year-old carved Tottenham open with three composed finishes. These came after Leandro Trossard’s opening goal. This performance sent Arsenal six points clear at the top of the Premier League.
Eze’s football history in the EPL
His journey has not been straightforward. Eze was released by Arsenal as a teenager. He has fought his way back to the top through hard work and patience. Even after joining the Gunners from Crystal Palace for £60 million in August, he took some time to settle in. He rejected joining the club. However, he chose Mikel Arteta’s project, and he produced his best performance yet in an Arsenal shirt.
Eze’s hat-trick was the first in a North London Derby since 1978, making the feat even more historic. Arsenal were in control from the start. Tottenham arrived at the Emirates with a defensive setup. The breakthrough finally came in the 37th minute. Leandro Trossard converted a clever chipped pass from Mikel Merino.
Arsenal now sit comfortably at the top. Their next trip is to Stamford Bridge. The night belonged unquestionably to Eberechi Eze. Tottenham missed this player, but Arsenal fully embraced him.
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