Leandro Trossard lifted the spirits at Arsenal with a decisive goal, leading his team to a thrilling 2-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur. This win propels Arsenal back to second place in the Premier League, narrowing the gap to Liverpool to just four points.
After facing setbacks with a 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle United in the League Cup semi-final first leg and a penalty shootout loss against Manchester United in the FA Cup third round, Arsenal's season seemed precarious. The situation was further complicated by a season-ending injury to Gabriel Jesus.
The match started on a challenging note for Arsenal as Son Heung-min's deflected volley gave Tottenham the lead in the 25th minute, despite Arsenal dominating the play. However, Arsenal responded with determination, showcasing their resilience and commitment to turning the game around.
Trossard's goal just before halftime was the turning point, igniting Arsenal's title ambitions and demonstrating their unbeaten streak in the last 11 Premier League games. Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta praised his team's intensity and purpose, stating, \"Outstanding today. From the first minute we were really at it, really intense. We played with a real purpose to hurt them. We created an unbelievable atmosphere.\"
On the other side, Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou remained optimistic despite his team's 11th league defeat of the season, which leaves them in 13th place with 24 points. For Arsenal, this victory could be the spark needed to continue their push towards the top of the table under the guidance of Arteta.
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