Bukayo Saka says Arsenal have learned from last season's title race and admits Tottenham fans talk about cupping their ears
Bukayo Saka admits Arsenal's experience in the title race helped them cope with a nervy finish to their win over Tottenham.
The gunmen They had a 3-0 lead over their north London rivals at half-time but conceded two goals in the second half.
Heung-min Son scored his penalty to make it 3-2 in the 87th minute, but Arsenal cruised to victory with the crucial three points.
Last season, Mikel Arteta's side struggled to make it late in the campaign and ultimately lost the title race.
However, Saka He believes that this time is different and that what they have learned from their past shortcomings could help their ambitions.
speaking to sky sports After the match, he was asked if Arsenal have to be perfect until the end of the season as they compete for the title with Manchester City.
“Yeah, there's not much room for error,” he responded. “We've shown it last year and the years before… now we have experience, we learned the lesson last year and we're ready for the last three games.”
And when asked about the results achieved despite the goals conceded in the final minutes, he added: “Exactly, we showed it today.
“Maybe last season, I don't know, it could have ended in a draw, but today we showed that we have experience.”
“We can come here and get three points, even when there is a lot at stake, it's a huge game. So yes, delighted, as I said before.”
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Saka scored Arsenal's second goal of the game, a low shot from a Kai Havertz ball, and celebrated by flapping his ears toward the Spurs fans.
It's a popular celebration when it comes to bitter battles like the North London derby and Saka wasn't afraid to use it away from home.
“I enjoyed it, I enjoyed it,” he said with a laugh, as the 22-year-old was clearly delighted with his chosen celebration.
Arsenal's victory has allowed them to return to the top of the Premier League and place them one point ahead of City.
However, the defending champions have a game in hand, and this season's title race is about to go down to the wire.
