‘We run this place!’ – Bukayo Saka mocks Tottenham after Arsenal ease to north London derby victory

Bukayo Saka taunted Tottenham following Arsenal’s north London derby win, telling his side’s arch-rivals: ‘We run this place’.

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The Gunners have opened up a four point lead at the top of the Premier League following Saturday’s 3-1 win at the Emirates Stadium.

Thomas Partey gave the hosts the lead with a stunning effort after 20 minutes before Harry Kane pulled one back before half-time.

Gabriel Jesus restored the lead with Hugo Lloris spilling an effort from Saka straight into the path of the Brazilian with Granit Xhaka wrapping up the win after 67 minutes.

Tottenham were reduced to 10 men before that third goal with Emerson Royal shown a straight red card for a challenge on Gabriel Martinelli.

Victory for Tottenham would have seen them leapfrog Mikel Arteta’s side into top spot with Saka reminding Spurs of who, for now at least, is the dominant force in north London at full-time.

Aaron Ramsdale made a crucial save to deny Richarlison with the game goalless in the first-half and made the most of the occasion by goading Spurs fans as Arsenal saw out the win.

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‘It’s Arsenal’s day without doubt,’ former Crystal Palace and Brighton striker Glenn Murray told BBC Radio 5 Live.

‘The highlight of the last 10 minutes has been seeing Aaron Ramsdale turn round and wave to the almost empty Spurs away end.

‘I love players showing their personality because it’s happening less and less on the pitch.’

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