Danso and Bentancur Have Derby Humiliating Afternoons
Arsenal Player Performance Reviews
David Raya Barely touched the ball as Arsenal commanded the match. Will be disappointed to have been surprised by the Brazilian forward. 6
Jurriën Timber Seldom puts a foot wrong and was able to attack at will. Determination paid off in his assist for Eze’s second goal. 8
William Saliba Rarely tested by Spurs' defensive approach. There will be bigger tests to come in the next few weeks without his regular defensive partner. 7
Piero Hincapié Looked assured in filling in for the Brazilian defender. Doesn’t possess the his physical prowess but makes up for it with technique and good decision-making. 7
Riccardo Calafiori Hadn’t trained all week due to a hip problem but didn’t look sluggish. Provides Arsenal with excellent energy all over the pitch. 8
MartĂn Zubimendi Directed the game from the base of midfield with usual authority. Luckily, his mistake in losing possession for the consolation strike didn’t affect the outcome. 7
Declan Rice Could have done better with first opportunity but can never fault his effort. Tottenham could not handle his marauding runs from deep. 8
Eberechi Eze It had to be him against the club he turned down in the summer. Produced a moment of magic to score a brilliant first before excellent finishes for his second and third goals. 9
Bukayo Saka A few handbags with the defender in the first half before coming alive. Enjoyed celebrating the three goals almost as much as the goal-getter did. 8
Mikel Merino Always a eager runner playing up front and provided a moment of quality with a sublime pass for the left winger's goal. 8
Leandro Trossard Skillfully took his goal. Will be difficult to shift him from the left flank once the rest of Arsenal’s attacking options return. 8
Subs: Noni Madueke (for Trossard, 78) A positive return from injury layoff 7; Ethan Nwaneri (for Merino, 86) n/a; Cristhian Mosquera (for Hincapie, 86) n/a; Myles Lewis-Skelly (for Calafiori, 90) n/s
Spurs Squad Ratings
Guglielmo Vicario Two good saves as he perfected the art of slowing play in the first half. Little opportunity with any of the goals. 6
Kevin Danso Made a shaky start after being brought into a back three. Expected that he was substituted at the break. 5
Cristian Romero Usually a dependable last line of defence but could not handle Arsenal’s incessant pressure. Added to his misery by receiving a booking that means he is now banned. 5
Micky van de Ven The speedy Dutchman came to his side’s rescue on several instances. Yet he was unable to stop Arsenal once they hit their stride. 6
Djed Spence Far too slow to react to stop the winger's goal and found himself under pressure. A difficult occasion for the England defender. 5
Rodrigo Bentancur Spent most of the afternoon chasing shadows. Could have done much more to stop the attacker from running past to score his opening goal. 4
JoĂŁo Palhinha Put himself about in the center but was guilty of leaving an huge space for Eze to capitalise on twice. 5
Destiny Udogie Found it difficult to handle Saka. To blame for Arsenal’s third goal and doubts remain about his defensive abilities. 5
Wilson Odobert Was hard to work out what role he had been asked to play. Couldn’t get any success out of the defender. 5
Richarlison Struggled to make any impact in the first half. But his superb lob at least gave Tottenham something to cling on to. 7
Mohammed Kudus Virtually anonymous aside from a couple of encouraging early touches. Needs more service but spends too much time on the fringes. 5
Subs: Xavi Simons (for Danso, ht) Made a impact with willingness to drive forward with ball 6; Pape Sarr (for Odobert, 67) Added some drive 6; Randal Kolo Muani (for Bentancur, 67) Looked off the pace 5; Brennan Johnson (for Kudus, 78) The game was already over 6; Pedro Porro (for Spence, 78) Ended game arguing with the midfielder 6.
