The North London derby has witnessed extraordinary goals over the years, as players of Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur lit up the grounds for a breathtaking spectacle.
Several magnificent players have accentuated their qualities in this epic game, and scorching goals have often come forth due to the brilliance of these stars.
Given the stunning goals we have seen in this match over the years, we can’t help but chronicle some of them.
Top 10 Goals In The History Of The North London Derby
These are the top 10 goals in history of the North London derby in no particular order, according to the Premier League.
Harry Kane (Tottenham Hotspur 2-2 Arsenal) March 2016
Dele Alli played a lovely backheel into the forward’s path as the ball was about to trickle out of play by the left touchline.
Kane drove the ball into the penalty area from the left-hand channel with his first touch before bending an unstoppable effort into the far corner from the edge of the box.
Erik Lamela (Arsenal 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur) March 2021
Gareth Bale launched a cross-field pass towards Sergio Reguilon on the left-hand channel, who played a low cross into the box for Lucas Moura.
Moura afterward set the ball up for Erik Lamela, who hit the rabona to beat Aaron Ramsdale in goal for Arsenal.
Danny Rose (Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 Arsenal) April 2010
Following a cross sent into the box by Younes Kaboul, which was punched away by Manuel Almunia, Rose struck an instantaneous effort from outside the box to hand Spurs the lead.
Alexandre Lacazette (Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur) September 2019
The Frenchman netted a delightful goal for the Gunners after controlling the ball beautifully, following a pass delivered to him by Nicolas Pepe.
Aaron Ramsey (Tottenham Hotspur 2-2 Arsenal) March 2016
Danny Welbeck rolled the ball towards the path of Hector Bellerin, whose heavy pass was expertly flicked into the goal by Aaron Ramsey.
Heung-min Son (Arsenal 2-0 Tottenham Hotspur) December 2020
This was a beauty of a strike by the South Korean, who curled the ball beyond the reach of Ramsdale after he was put on the run by Harry Kane from inside the half of Tottenham Hotspur.
Tomas Rosicky (Tottenham Hotspur 0-1 Arsenal) March 2014
The former Czech Republic international drove the ball forward before switching play to Alex Oxlade-Chamberlin, who returned the favor, with Tomas Rosicky subsequently smashing an irresistible shot past Hugo Lloris.
Thierry Henry (Arsenal 3-0 Tottenham Hotspur) November 2002
Thierry Henry culminated a gorgeous solo run with a skillful finish, after evading and shrugging offer challenges from players of Tottenham Hotspur.
Jermain Defoe (Tottenham Hotspur 4-5 Arsenal) November 2004
Jermain Defoe also evaded obstacles after turning and taking out some players of Arsenal, before firing a pile-driver into the top corner.
Patrick Vieira (Tottenham Hotspur 2-2 Arsenal) April 2004
The midfield great completed an intricate passing move by Arsenal with an inch-perfect finish at Spur’s former ground, White Heart Lane.
Thierry Henry gilded past the half of Arsenal, before feeding Dennis Bergkamp, who in turn squared the ball to Patrick Vieira, who connected to the ball and sent it into the net.
Tottenham Hotspur Vs Arsenal
These are some of the immense goals that have been seen at the North London derby, and hopefully, we will see more on Sunday, September 15, 2024, when Arsenal takes on Tottenham Hotspur.
It is expected to be a thrilling affair, as both sides battle for bragging rights and 3 precious points.
