Eberechi Eze explains derby brace against Tottenham Hotspur

Eberechi Eze was delighted after scoring a brilliant brace in Arsenal’s emphatic 4-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur in the North London derby on Sunday, February 22, 2026.

His performance played a huge role in Arsenal’s dominance, with the midfielder repeatedly finding space and punishing Spurs in key moments.

Asked by Sky Sports whether his goals were a response to the abuse he received from Spurs fans before kick-off, Eze admitted: “Quite a lot (grief from Spurs fans)! That’s football, it’s understandable. You just keep doing what you’re doing.”

He also reflected on the difficulty of his strikes, adding: “They’re not simple (his goals vs Spurs)! But I’m always trying to get in those positions to find the space, to work hard and get those opportunities. It takes a long way to go there.”

Eze’s double means he has now scored five Premier League goals for Arsenal against Spurs in the 2025/26 season alone, underlining how inspired he is by this derby fixture.

His latest display further cements his status as a key figure in Arsenal’s big-game performances.
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