Eberechi Eze has had standout performances before, but his stunning hat-trick against Tottenham has completely transformed how he will be viewed from now on. The 27-year-old arrived at Arsenal with huge expectations, showing flashes of brilliance, but the 4-1 North London Derby win was the moment he officially announced himself on the biggest stage.
The Arsenal fan scored the first derby hat-trick since 1978, and did it with remarkable calmness and class. His movement, finishing, and two-footed control made it look effortless.
“He was a joy to watch… he makes the game look easy,”
said a Match of the Day pundit.
Eze was signed to unlock deep defences, and he showcased every part of that skillset. After a performance like this, confidence will flow — and expectations will rise.
Why Eze’s Breakthrough Feels Permanent
Eze’s moment mirrors what many former players describe as career-changing. Once you become the player who delivers in the rivalry games, supporters see you differently, and that energy follows you onto the pitch.
“He will feel like he can try anything because the fans adore him now,”
said one ex-player who understands the derby impact.
In upcoming matches — including Bayern Munich in the Champions League and Chelsea in the Premier League — Eze will take the field knowing the Emirates crowd is fully behind him. And because he grew up as an Arsenal fan, this hat-trick means even more.
Eze remains humble, though. Even after scoring three, he was still tracking back defensively, showing why Arteta trusts him so much.
Arsenal now face a good dilemma: both Eze and Martin Ødegaard can operate as elite number 10s. But squad competition is exactly what has pushed the Gunners to such a high level this season.
The form across the team — from Timber’s standout display to Hincapie’s dominance in defence — shows Arsenal’s depth is finally matching their ambition. Their intensity, work-rate, and belief look stronger than ever.
At this rate, Arsenal’s rise is “ominous for everyone else,” with Eze now playing a central role in their title push.
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