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2017 Premier League 2: Friday's U23 Scores, Results, Updated Points and Schedule

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Arsenal's under-23 side moved up into third place in the Premier League 2 on Friday as they comfortably overcame rivals Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 at Colney.

After a tense first period, Yaya Sanogo slotted underneath Pau Lopez with the half-time whistle closing in to give the Gunners the lead. Both sides had their chances after the break, before Reiss Nelson secured the three points for Arsenal in the 88th minute.

Later in the day, there's a crucial clash at the top of the table when the top two meet. Leaders Everton travel to Manchester City with a six-point lead intact with five games to play.