Arsenal delivered a resounding statement of intent in the North London Derby, thrashing Tottenham Hotspur 4-1 at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday. Eberechi Eze stole the show with a sensational hat-trick, propelling the Gunners to a six-point lead at the top of the Premier League table.

The victory, fueled by Eze's brilliance, sent a clear message to their title rivals, especially after Manchester City's surprising defeat to Newcastle on Saturday. Arsenal's dominant performance showcased their attacking prowess and cemented their status as serious contenders for their first Premier League title in 21 years.

Arsenal dominated the early stages, with Declan Rice testing Guglielmo Vicario early on. Bukayo Saka also threatened with a free-kick, but Vicario was equal to the task. The home side's pressure finally paid off in the 36th minute when Leandro Trossard expertly finished off a Mikel Merino through ball, squeezing his shot past Vicario into the far post.

Eze then took center stage, doubling Arsenal's lead just five minutes later with a right-footed shot assisted by Declan Rice. The Gunners continued their onslaught after the break, with Eze scoring again just 35 seconds into the second half.

Tottenham offered a glimmer of hope when Richarlison scored a stunning long-range goal in the 55th minute, catching David Raya off his line. However, Eze extinguished any comeback hopes with his third goal, completing his hat-trick and restoring Arsenal's three-goal advantage. Trossard assisted Eze's final goal.

Arsenal's starting lineup featured David Raya, Jurriën Timber, William Saliba, Riccardo Calafiori, Piero Hincapié, Eberechi Eze, Declan Rice, Martín Zubimendi, Mikel Merino, Leandro Trossard, and Bukayo Saka. Tottenham's lineup included Guglielmo Vicario, Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, Kevin Danso, Rodrigo Bentancur, João Palhinha, Destiny Udogie, Djed Spence, Richarlison, Wilson Odobert, and Mohammed Kudus.

Substitutions were made by both teams throughout the match. For Arsenal, Noni Madueke replaced Leandro Trossard, Ethan Nwaneri replaced Mikel Merino, and Cristhian Mosquera replaced Piero Hincapié. Tottenham's substitutions included Xavi Simons replacing Kevin Danso, Pedro Porro replacing Djed Spence, Brennan Johnson replacing Mohammed Kudus, Pape Matar Sarr replacing Wilson Odobert, and Randal Kolo Muani replacing Rodrigo Bentancur. Cristian Romero and Declan Rice received yellow cards during the match.