Venue: Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London
Kick-Off: 18:30
Attendance: 61,645
Referee: Jarred Gillett
A highly anticipated North London derby took place at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Spurs faced Arsenal on Sunday, 15th September 2024. The match promised to deliver an intense battle, with both sides aiming to maintain momentum in the Premier League. Spurs were eager to secure a home victory, while Arsenal looked to continue their impressive form and strengthen their position in the league standings.
Despite the best efforts of Tottenham’s attackers, it was Gabriel Magalhães’ second-half header that made the difference, handing Arsenal a crucial 1-0 victory in hostile territory.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal Head-to-Head
Historically, the rivalry between Spurs and Arsenal has been fierce, with both teams having significant victories in the past. Going into this match, Arsenal had the upper hand in recent encounters, winning the last two derbies, while Spurs were looking to break their losing streak. The previous five fixtures between the two clubs had been intense, with Arsenal securing three victories and Spurs winning two.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal Lineups
Here is the Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal lineups today (Sep 15, 2024)
Spurs (4-3-3 Formation)
Goalkeeper:
1 – Guglielmo Vicario (Yellow Card)
Defenders:
13 – Destiny Udogie (Yellow Card)
17 – Cristian Romero
23 – Pedro Porro
37 – Micky van de Ven (Yellow Card)
Midfielders:
10 – James Maddison (Off: 80′, Subbed by Werner)
21 – Dejan Kulusevski (Yellow Card)
30 – Rodrigo Bentancur (Yellow Card, Off: 68′, Subbed by Sarr)
Forwards:
7 – Son Heung-Min (C)
19 – Dominic Solanke
22 – Brennan Johnson (Off: 68′, Subbed by Odobert)
Substitutes:
20 – Fraser Forster
6 – Radu Dragusin
24 – Djed Spence
33 – Ben Davies
14 – Archie Gray
15 – Lucas Bergvall
Subs used:
80′ – Timo Werner
68′ – Pape Sarr, Wilson Odobert
Arsenal (4-2-3-1 Formation)
Goalkeeper:
22 – David Raya
Defenders:
4 – Ben White
6 – Gabriel Magalhães (Goal: 64′)
12 – Jurriën Timber (Yellow Card)
3 – William Saliba (Yellow Card)
Midfielders:
20 – Jorginho (Yellow Card)
5 – Thomas Partey
7 – Bukayo Saka (Assist: 64′, Off: 86′, Subbed by Nwaneri)
29 – Kai Havertz
11 – Gabriel Martinelli (Off: 80′, Subbed by Sterling)
Forwards:
19 – Leandro Trossard (Off: 80′, Subbed by Gabriel Jesus)
Substitutes:
1 – Aaron Ramsdale
15 – Jakub Kiwior
18 – Raheem Sterling
30 – Gabriel Jesus
86′ – Ethan Nwaneri
Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal Match Summary
Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal First Half
The first half saw both teams showing resilience and defensive solidity. Arsenal dominated possession, but Spurs’ defense, led by Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven, held firm. Tottenham’s best chance came from a Dejan Kulusevski shot in the 5th minute, but Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya made a fine save. Brennan Johnson also had a clear opportunity but sent his shot over the crossbar.
Arsenal, on the other hand, threatened with set-pieces, particularly through Gabriel Magalhães, whose aerial presence caused Spurs problems. Despite multiple attempts from both sides, the teams went into halftime with the scoreline locked at 0-0.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal Second Half
64′ Goal: Arsenal finally broke the deadlock in the 64th minute. Bukayo Saka’s pinpoint corner found Gabriel Magalhães, who rose above the Spurs defense to head home from close range, giving Arsenal the 1-0 lead. Spurs’ goalkeeper, Guglielmo Vicario, had no chance to stop the powerful header.
Spurs pushed for an equalizer, introducing substitutes Wilson Odobert and Timo Werner to add firepower to their attack. However, Arsenal’s defense, marshaled by Gabriel and Saliba, stood strong, blocking several attempts, including shots from Pape Sarr and Son Heung-Min.
As the clock ticked towards the end of the match, Spurs came agonizingly close to an equalizer in stoppage time, but Son Heung-Min’s left-footed strike was blocked by Arsenal’s defense, and Cristian Romero’s header was saved by David Raya.
Despite Spurs’ late pressure, Arsenal held on to claim a 1-0 victory.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal Stats
| Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal Stats | Tottenham Hotspur | Arsenal |
| Goals | 0 | 1 |
| Possession | 46% | 54% |
| Shots (on target) | 15 (6) | 13 (7) |
| Corners | 6 | 7 |
| Fouls | 12 | 11 |
| Yellow Cards | 5 | 4 |
| Offsides | 3 | 3 |
| Saves | 5 | 6 |
Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal Timeline of Key Moments
- 45 +2′ – Yellow Cards: Micky van de Ven (Spurs), Dejan Kulusevski (Spurs)
- 49′ – Yellow Card: Jorginho (Arsenal)
- 64′ – Goal! Gabriel Magalhães scores with a header, assisted by Bukayo Saka
- 80′ – Substitutions: Werner (Spurs), Sterling & Jesus (Arsenal)
- 90 +6′ – Full-time: Spurs 0-1 Arsenal
Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal Man of the Match: Gabriel Magalhães
Gabriel Magalhães was the standout performer, not only for his winning goal but also for his solid defensive display. His ability to handle Spurs’ physical forwards, combined with his aerial prowess, proved instrumental in Arsenal’s victory. Gabriel was deservedly voted the Man of the Match.
Impact on the Points Table
Arsenal’s victory in the North London derby had a significant impact on the Premier League standings. With this win, Arsenal climbed to second place in the table, just behind Manchester City, solidifying their status as title contenders. Spurs, on the other hand, dropped down to 5th, missing an opportunity to break into the top four.
The Spurs vs Arsenal clash lived up to its billing as a hard-fought North London derby. Arsenal’s disciplined performance, combined with Gabriel Magalhães’ crucial header, earned them a vital 1-0 victory. Spurs will be disappointed with their inability to find the back of the net, despite several chances late in the game. For Arsenal, this win could prove pivotal in their pursuit of Premier League glory.
