Leandro Trossard goal vs Tottenham might have actually annoyed Mikel Arteta despite Arsenal win

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Leandro Trossard scored the match-winner in the North London Derby as Arsenal beat Tottenham at the Emirates.

Arsenal needed to bounce back in style, and Mikel Arteta’s side did just that, achieving the double over Spurs in the 2024/25 campaign.

It was a drama-filled North London Derby, as the hosts had to come from behind after Son Heung-min’s opener against the run of play.

Spurs fans were furious with Arsenal’s equalising goal, as Dominic Solanke netted an own goal from a corner that was controversially awarded.

Four minutes after the equaliser, Leandro Trossard scored the eventual match-winner, bursting towards Antonin Kinsky before firing past the goalkeeper. 

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Leandro Trossard’s North London Derby match-winner surpasses Mikel Arteta record

After three games without a win, the victory in the derby was even sweeter for Arteta, who celebrated joyously after the game. 

While the Arsenal manager was elated by the energy inside the Emirates at full-time, there could be some reservations about his feelings for Trossard’s winner. 

By scoring in the derby, the Belgian netted his 42nd Premier League goal, which is of great significance to Arteta. 

Arteta scored a total of 41 goals in his Premier League career, seeing Trossard surpass his tally with his decisive strike against Spurs.

Of course, the Spaniard wouldn’t have hesitated to celebrate his player’s achievement, but the record may have fuelled some jokes in the dressing room.

Trossard’s goal vs Tottenham was needed

Arsenal fans have not been pleased with Trossard recently, as the forward’s clinical streak seemed to have dissolved.

Against Spurs, the Belgian did have a few wobbles in the final third however, his goal ousted any doubt over his finishing ability. 

It’s been a week of ups and downs for the player, as it was earlier reported that Trossard rejected a new contract, with his future uncertain.

For now, the former Brighton star has certainly got supporters back on side by winning the North London Derby, with the hope that it kickstarts his scoring form.