Arsenal vs. Tottenham result, highlights & analysis as Gunners move four points clear at the top of the Premier League.
Gabriel Jesus struck in his first North London derby as Arsenal moved four points clear at the top of the Premier League by inflicting a first defeat of the season on arch-rivals Tottenham Hotspur.
Thomas Partey curled in a superb 20th-minute opener from the edge of the area to give Arsenal a lead that lasted less than 12 minutes, Harry Kane equalising from the penalty spot for his 100th Premier League away goal.
Gabriel Jesus prodded Arsenal back in front following a Bukayo Saka attempt four minutes after the break, and Tottenham's misery was extended when Emerson Royal was sent off for raking Gabriel Martinelli.
As dominant Arsenal sought to capitalise on their numerical advantage, Granit Xhaka continued his renaissance at the club by firing a low shot past Hugo Lloris to ensure the Gunners will end the weekend above second-placed Manchester City.
Arsenal's seventh successive home win ended Tottenham's 13-match unbeaten run in the Premier League and widened the gap between them to four points as the visitors' 12-year wait for a win at Emirates Stadium dragged on.
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