Thu Jan 16 11:27:57 UTC 2025: ## Arsenal’s Derby Triumph Reignites Title Hopes, Says Arteta

**London, January 16** – Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta has declared his side firmly back in the Premier League title race following a dramatic North London derby victory over Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday. The Gunners staged a stunning comeback, overcoming an early Son Heung-Min goal with a Dominic Solanke own goal and a strike from Leandro Trossard to secure a crucial 2-1 win.

The victory comes after a turbulent week for Arsenal, which saw them exit both the EFL Cup and FA Cup. Arteta praised his team’s resilience and fighting spirit, describing their performance as “sensational.”

“It was a test of attitude, what we are made of, the courage that we have,” Arteta told reporters, as quoted by Reuters. He emphatically stated that the win has rekindled Arsenal’s title ambitions: “We are [in the title race], because there is so much to play for, and we can see how difficult it is for every team to win.”

Despite the win, Arteta acknowledged areas for improvement, particularly in the team’s finishing. “We had some big chances and big situations,” he said. “In the end, we had to suffer more than we wanted. When you have the opportunities, you have to take them.”

The victory cuts Arsenal’s gap to Liverpool to four points, although the Reds have played one game fewer. Arsenal now face Aston Villa on Saturday, with Arteta emphasizing the need for recovery and maintaining their momentum. “We know how important this game was and is. It’s a gift with which we can make our supporters happy,” he added.

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