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      Inside Harry Kane’s incredible night as England star breaks THREE records in Bayern’s 9-2 Champions League battering

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      HARRY KANE shattered THREE Champions League records in one evening as Bayern Munich thrashed Dinamo Zagreb 9-2.Kane took his tally to 33 in the competition and stole another record from Wayne Rooney.Harry Kane smashed THREE records in the Champions League on Tuesday nightHe scored FOUR goals against the Croatian sideThree of Kane’s goals came from the penalty spotKane became the highest-scoring English player in Champions League history after his four goals at the Allianz Arena.The England captain has overtaken Rooney’s tally of 30 goals in 85 games in the competition, all of which were scored for Manchester United.And Kane did it in 40 games less.It was Rooney’s goalscoring record that Kane had surpassed for the Three Lions in March 2023 – he now has 68 national team goals to Rooney’s 53.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSAnd the record breaking didn’t stop there on Tuesday night.The former Spurs striker also became the first Englishman to score four goals in a single Champions League game.And the first player of any nationality to net three from the spot in the same match.Kane’s latest efforts move him into joint 25th – level with Fernando Morientes – going past Rooney, Kaka, Samuel Eto’o, Franciso Gento and Bayern great Arjen Robben all in one night. Most read in Champions LeagueKane broke Rooney’s England scoring record last yearCredit: GettyFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSGoals from Raphael Guerreiro and Michael Olise gave Vincent Kompany’s men a commanding 3-0 lead at half-time.The visitors threatened to complete an unlikely comeback with two goals in the opening five minutes of the second half.’Are you seriously talking about that?’ – Jack Grealish told off by England interviewer after being asked about KaneBut Kane restored the cushion for Bayern in the 57th minute, before Olise bagged his second of the evening to put the home side 5-2 up and Kane scored two more alongside Leroy Sane and Leon Goretzka.Bayern are also the first team to score nine goals in a Champions League game, with the aggregate total of 11 goals only surpassed by Borussia Dortmund’s 8-4 win over Legia Warsaw in 2016.Kane managed eight goals in his first 21 Champions League games for Bayern, having found the net 21 times during his time with Spurs.He will be hoping to rocket up the list this season, with Bayern eyeing a deep run in the new-look competition.The new format will already include more games than ever before as 36 teams play eight games in a league-style tournament.Bayern reached the semi-finals last term, dumping out Arsenal along the way, before losing out to eventual champs Real Madrid.READ MORE SUN STORIESIt comes three days after Kane smashed Erling Haaland record for the quickest time to reach 50 goal involvements in the Bundesliga.The 31-year-old reached 50 goal contributions in just 35 games, to Haaland’s 43.Harry Kane reveals his favourite England goalsHARRY KANE is already England’s all-time record goalscorer.But the Three Lions skipper will NOT be stopping there.To mark his 100th cap for his country, Kane spoke to SunSport’s CHARLIE WYETT about some of his special England goals….FIRST ENGLAND GOAL“My debut v Lithuania. March 2015.”There was a lot of talk in the build-up to that camp because I was playing well for Spurs.“I got a great reception and within a couple of minutes I scored a goal.“I don’t think I could have dreamed it any better.“My friends and family were there. That was a really special night.”FAVOURITE ENGLAND GOAL“It’s between two, for me.“Against Germany, the one at Wembley in Euro 2020.“Also, the header against Tunisia at the World Cup in 2018.“That moment of scoring a last-minute winner at my first World Cup was special.”BEST ENGLAND GOAL“The one I scored in Poland away in a World Cup qualifier in 2021. It was from 25 yards.”(Kane picked up the ball from Kyle Walker, advanced towards goal and put his foot through it.)“It kind of drifted away and it was a good strike, probably my furthest-out goal for England.” More

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      Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber avoided a red card at Tottenham because of a ‘safe call’ from the referee

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      JURRIEN TIMBER avoided a red card at Tottenham because referee Jarred Gillett played it ‘safe’, according to a retired referee.Top former ref Mark Halsey ran the rule over the weekend’s Premier League action exclusively for SunSport.Jurrien Timber could’ve have seen red for his tackle on Pedro PorroThe Arsenal full-back was only given a yellow cardIt wouldn’t be the North London derby without some boiling tempers and on-pitch drama – and Timber ensured Sunday’s clash was no different in his first game against Spurs.The former Ajax defender left one on Pedro Porro after a crunching challenge but didn’t hear the whistle that came later.Timber, 23, caught his Spurs counterpart on the ankle after he went over the ball with his studs, which Gillett deemed worthy of only a yellow card.When asked for his take on the incident, Halsey said: “The temperature was rising, the game was reaching boiling point.READ MORE ON ARSENAL”I think perhaps the referee just took the safe bet and issued a yellow card for a reckless challenge.”Now, listen, when we look at Law 12 (Misconduct) a careless challenge is a free kick and no card, okay? A reckless challenge is a free kick and a yellow card.”And a challenge that endangers the player’s safety with excessive force or brutality must be sanctioned with a red card. “Now, it’s subjective, but for me, I thought they got it absolutely spot on.Most read in FootballSpurs keeper Guglielmo Vicario reacted negatively to Timber’s foulA scuffle then broke out between Spurs and their North London visitorsFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALS”I thought it was a reckless challenge, free kick and a yellow card. I didn’t think it met the criteria of a serious foul play.”VAR looks at those challenges and they stayed with the on-field decision, which was correct.Arsenal ratings: Gabriel puts in impeccable display in North London Derby but Rice replacement struggles”I think the fact that he was on top of the ball and then his studs just went into the shin, I think that deemed it a reckless challenge. “So, listen, on another day, another referee may have just seen it as a careless.”But the chaos didn’t stop there.Arsenal ratings vs Spurs as Gabriel is the hero in feisty North London derbyGABRIEL headed in the only goal of the game as a depleted Arsenal snatched all three points in the North London Derby.Here’s how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield rated the Gunners players…DAVID RAYA – 8/10Commanded his area well, and was a safe pair of hands throughout the game. Another great showing in what has been a spectacular start for the Spanish stopper. JURRIEN TIMBER – 7Did well from an attacking perspective, charging down the left hand side on various occasions. Solid defensively too against Spurs’ flying right side of Johnson and Porro.Some would argue he should’ve been sent off for a challenge on Pedro Porro in the first half, but he escaped despite squaring up to Vicario in the aftermath.WILLIAM SALIBA – 8A really good recovery challenge in the first half to deny Dominic Solanke, despite being booked early on.You can always count on Saliba to put in a solid display, and he didn’t disappoint today with fantastic passing out from the back too. GABRIEL – 9A fantastic defensive showing throughout, reinforced with a towering header inside the box to give his side the lead from a set piece (shock). Has formed an impeccable partnership with Saliba, personified by their heartwarming celebration together after the opener. He’s the man. BEN WHITE – 6Gave away the ball in a dangerous position in the first half, with Solanke failing to capitalise and had a tough first half against the quick feet of Heung Min-Son.Was not able to demonstrate the dangerous right-hand side overlap we saw work so effectively last season, but wasn’t threatened in the second 45.JORGINHO – 4Struggled to replace the suspended Declan Rice for this North London derby, whom the Gunners really missed.A tough task, but didn’t come close to matching Rice’s intensity or ability to drive the ball up the pitch which left Arsenal weak in the forward areas.THOMAS PARTEY – 5Struggled in transition with Jorginho alongside him, another player who felt the full force of no Rice and Odegaard.Not fast enough with or without the ball, and will need to perk his ideas up for City next week. GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 6Looked like a bright spark with his running and forward movement, but was let down by his end product or lack thereof.Worked really really hard throughout, just looks short of confidence in the last actions. LEANDRO TROSSARD – 6Dropping deeper into more of a midfield role than he’s used to today, it should be noted that he did a job for the team when they needed him. Not the flying efficiency machine we have seen him be from the bench, but his versatility will be needed this season it seems. BUKAYO SAKA – 7Didn’t make the kind of impact on the game we are used to seeing from the brilliant Bukayo Saka, and looked less of a threat without Martin Odegaard to combine with. Did some really good defensive work nonetheless, and delivered the perfect corner to claim the assist for Gabriel’s opener. KAI HAVERTZ – 6A good header in the first half was saved well by Vicario in the spurs net – actually made more clearances (3) than he managed shots on target (2) in the first 45. Was a handful for the Spurs defence, but largely nullified by the pace and power of Mickey Van de Ven and Cristian Romero. Not reacting to the ref’s whistle, Timber continued with the ball at his feet until he reached the byline next to Guglielmo Vicario’s goal.Porro’s Tottenham teammates reacted angrily in response and a scuffle broke out between the two teams with plenty of pushing and shoving.Vicario was then booked for instigating the melee as VAR again checked the aftermath.But many felt Timber should have received his marching orders for grabbing the Spurs goalkeeper in response.On whether Timber should have received a second yellow for the confrontation, Halsey said: “We’ve been talking about we don’t want to see too many yellow and red cards. “And I thought Vicario deserved his yellow card because he adopted aggressive attitude towards the opponent. “Now, some may be a bit cynical and say Timber perhaps should have got a second yellow card. But not for me because he wasn’t the aggressor.”He was sort of putting his hands up to try and protect himself. So I thought, again, I thought they handled that well. “And if there was any other unseen incident, VAR would have picked it up.”Meanwhile Arsenal players called for a penalty when the ball accidentally struck Cristian Romero’s arm inside 18 minutes.Kai Havertz’ close range header was saved by Vicario with the ball rebounding onto Romero’s arm after the home side started brightly.However, Halsey said: “Well, it has to be a deliberate act, a deliberate movement of the arm to the ball, and making yourself unnaturally bigger.”And that handball didn’t meet the criteria. Absolutely, Gillett was spot on, not to give a handball.”The first 45 minutes of the clash saw seven yellow cards – the most bookings in the first half of a Premier League game in history.And Halsey was unimpressed with the number of cards handed out across the board as the Premier League saw a new record for one gameweek set.He said: “There were 65 yellow cards, so 66 if you count the red, in one weekend. Poor game management.”Refereeing is all about managing the players, managing the event, and it’s setting those tolerance levels. “And if we look at the game, the Arsenal-Tottenham game, I mean, the temperature was sky high.READ MORE SUN STORIES”As a referee at that level, and every game’s a big game, whatever game you’re in, you have to set your tolerance levels. “And I thought Jarred [Gillett] set his tolerance levels a little bit too low for a game of that magnitude.” More

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      Gary Neville spots Gabriel Jesus’ important role and four more things we learned from Arsenal beating Tottenham

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      ARSENAL prevailed yet again in the North London Derby on Tottenham soil to continue their fine start to the new season.Gabriel’s second-half header was enough for the three points – the first time the Gunners have won three successive away games at rivals Spurs since 1988.Gabriel netted the winner for Arsenal in the North London DerbyCredit: AlamyMikel Arteta has overcome several injury issues to start the season strongCredit: GettyThey managed it without the likes of suspended Declan Rice and injured Martin Odegaard, as well as a whole host of other first team stars missing.It leaves Mikel Arteta’s men two points off leaders Manchester City after four games ahead of their mammoth trip to the Etihad this weekend.SunSport’s Jordan Davies takes a look at five things you may have missed from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.Saliba’s battle with SolankeA North London Derby debut for Spurs’ record-signing Dominic Solanke – a £65m summer arrival from Bournemouth – was as daunting as it comes against Arsenal’s William Saliba.read more arsenalThe French defender is very rarely flustered by any opposition striker and showed moments of calmness and brilliance to help Arsenal earn a third clean sheet of the season already.But in the early stages, we saw some rare signs of Saliba being outmuscled by Solanke, who was causing the Arsenal backline some problems with his pace and power.Saliba was clearly getting frustrated, picking up a needless first half yellow card for delaying a restart after losing another tussle with Solanke from a high ball.He may have recovered well, but it just shows that Saliba is not the finished article just yet, even if he is mighty close.Most read in FootballWilliam Saliba was given a real physical battle against Dominic SolankeCredit: APFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSAn insane 2024 away recordArsenal have been formidable in the Prem away from home since the turn of the year, boasting some of the best statistics in the division.Since January 1, they have won 10 of 11 games on the road – drawing 0-0 at Manchester City back in March – notching nine clean sheets in the process and conceding just three goals.Fans fume at ‘pure robbery’ after Arsenal star Jurrien Timber avoids red card after referee ‘bottles it’They have also faced the fewest shots [108] and the fewest shots on target [22], and have not trailed for a single minute.It is the sort of record you want when you are heading to your title rivals needing a statement result as Arteta will plot another away-day triumph against City on Sunday.David Raya has been instrumental in Arsenal’s improved away formCredit: AlamyMyles Lewis-Skelly, Ethan Nwaneri and Ayden Heaven were among the subsCredit: GettyA bench full of teenagersGiven Arteta’s current injury headaches – with Mikel Merino, Riccardo Calafiori, Oleksandr Zinchenko and Takehiro Tomiyasu also out – it is no surprise Arsenal’s bench was weak.But not many expected to see five teenagers filling the seats, three of whom most Arsenal fans would struggle to recognise on the street.Academy stars Myles Lewis-Skelly, 17, and Ethan Nwaneri, 17, got plenty of minutes on the pre-season tour of the States, with the latter subbed on in the 86th minute against Spurs.But the likes of Ayden Heaven, 17, Maldini Kacurri, 18, and Ismeal Kabia, 18, are less well-known, starring predominantly for the youth teams and occasionally training with the seniors.Their presence shows just how hard the injuries have dented Arteta’s squad depth.Gabriel Jesus covered young Nwaneri well in his late cameoCredit: GettyJesus taking care of NwaneriOn co-comms for Sky Sports, Gary Neville praised Gabriel Jesus for his on-field protection of Nwaneri during the game.Jesus – back from a groin injury – came on in the 80th minute to lead the line and see out the game, only for Bukayo Saka to hobble off injured with cramp.Nwaneri was thrown on, but sensing he may struggle to replicate Saka’s defensive abilities on the wing, Jesus quickly switched with Nwaneri, telling the youngster to lead the line.Neville admitted he “liked that a lot” as it showed leadership and experience from Jesus to protect a teenager who could have been left isolated in an unfamiliar position.Sterling made his Prem debut for Arsenal after a Deadline Day switchCredit: GettySterling puts in the graftAfter his dramatic Deadline Day switch from Chelsea on loan earlier this month, Sterling had a few weeks over the international break to get to grips with Arsenal’s tactical nuances.It should not have been too tough, seeing as Sterling worked with Arteta during his time as assistant coach at City between 2016 and 2019.READ MORE SUN STORIESAnd the England winger showed he is capable of doing the dirty work that Arteta wants to see as he covered for left-back Jurrien Timber in the closing stages.Sterling even had a chance up the other end on the counter, taking too many touches after cutting inside before being crowded out, but promising signs are there.Arsenal ratings vs Spurs as Gabriel is the hero in feisty North London derbyGABRIEL headed in the only goal of the game as a depleted Arsenal snatched all three points in the North London Derby.Here’s how SunSport’s Lloyd Canfield rated the Gunners players…DAVID RAYA – 8/10Commanded his area well, and was a safe pair of hands throughout the game. Another great showing in what has been a spectacular start for the Spanish stopper. JURRIEN TIMBER – 7Did well from an attacking perspective, charging down the left hand side on various occasions. Solid defensively too against Spurs’ flying right side of Johnson and Porro.Some would argue he should’ve been sent off for a challenge on Pedro Porro in the first half, but he escaped despite squaring up to Vicario in the aftermath.WILLIAM SALIBA – 8A really good recovery challenge in the first half to deny Dominic Solanke, despite being booked early on.You can always count on Saliba to put in a solid display, and he didn’t disappoint today with fantastic passing out from the back too. GABRIEL – 9A fantastic defensive showing throughout, reinforced with a towering header inside the box to give his side the lead from a set piece (shock). Has formed an impeccable partnership with Saliba, personified by their heartwarming celebration together after the opener. He’s the man. BEN WHITE – 6Gave away the ball in a dangerous position in the first half, with Solanke failing to capitalise and had a tough first half against the quick feet of Heung Min-Son.Was not able to demonstrate the dangerous right-hand side overlap we saw work so effectively last season, but wasn’t threatened in the second 45.JORGINHO – 4Struggled to replace the suspended Declan Rice for this North London derby, whom the Gunners really missed.A tough task, but didn’t come close to matching Rice’s intensity or ability to drive the ball up the pitch which left Arsenal weak in the forward areas.THOMAS PARTEY – 5Struggled in transition with Jorginho alongside him, another player who felt the full force of no Rice and Odegaard.Not fast enough with or without the ball, and will need to perk his ideas up for City next week. GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 6Looked like a bright spark with his running and forward movement, but was let down by his end product or lack thereof.Worked really really hard throughout, just looks short of confidence in the last actions. LEANDRO TROSSARD – 6Dropping deeper into more of a midfield role than he’s used to today, it should be noted that he did a job for the team when they needed him. Not the flying efficiency machine we have seen him be from the bench, but his versatility will be needed this season it seems. BUKAYO SAKA – 7Didn’t make the kind of impact on the game we are used to seeing from the brilliant Bukayo Saka, and looked less of a threat without Martin Odegaard to combine with. Did some really good defensive work nonetheless, and delivered the perfect corner to claim the assist for Gabriel’s opener. KAI HAVERTZ – 6A good header in the first half was saved well by Vicario in the spurs net – actually made more clearances (3) than he managed shots on target (2) in the first 45. Was a handful for the Spurs defence, but largely nullified by the pace and power of Mickey Van de Ven and Cristian Romero.  More

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      ‘I’d expect a foul’ – Paul Merson claims Arsenal’s winner at Tottenham shouldn’t have stood as VAR fails to intervene

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      PAUL MERSON reckons Arsenal’s winner in the North London Derby SHOULDN’T have stood.The Gunners ran out 1-0 winners at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday afternoon thanks to a bullet second-half header from Gabriel Magalhaes.Arsenal ran out 1-0 winners in the North London Derby on SundayCredit: GETTYGabriel Magalhaes’ second-half header secured a massive three points for the GunnersCredit: ALAMYThe Brazilian bullied Spurs centre-back Cristian Romero off the ball before heading homeCredit: REUTERSFormer Arsenal star Paul Merson reckons Gabriel’s goal shouldn’t have stoodCredit: REXThe Brazilian buffeted fellow centre-back Cristian Romero out of the way before heading the ball past a helpless Guglielmo Vicario.Romero didn’t make a meal of the contact and go to ground, something former Gunner Merson believes he was more than entitled to do.The Sky Sports pundit said: “I would be disappointed if I didn’t get a foul.”[Romero] is in the wrong position, everything is wrong about his defending. He’s an international centre-half.READ MORE ON SPURS VS ARSENAL”Even I know, and I don’t play at the back, that you’ve got to be side-on, seeing the ball and your player.”To start off with you’ve got to be a hand-length away [from him] and he was standing with him.”I do think – I’d expect a foul. I would expect a foul.”Victory for Mikel Arteta’s troops was their THIRD on the spin at the home of their fiercest rivals.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAnd they triumphed without the services of star midfielders Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice, the latter of whom was serving a needless suspension for his red card against Brighton before the international break.A jubilant Arteta said of the win: “We have the power to make a lot of people happy and proud.Fans fume at ‘pure robbery’ after Arsenal star Jurrien Timber avoids red card after referee ‘bottles it'”We certainly did that today in the manner that we won the game in the circumstances that we had before arriving into this match.”And with this being the third consecutive away win here as well, it means a lot. So hopefully, they can enjoy it.“There are certain things that we have to do better for sure.”Especially the simple things with the ball that I wasn’t happy at all with.”But there are other things in the game that we have to do and the way we competed and defended.”And the way we have the intention all the time to run in the spaces that they give you, it was unbelievable.“Then you have to find a way to win in any context, and today it was tricky, because first of all they are a great opponent.”Secondly because we have to alter our plan quite a lot for the players that we had, and then you still win the game.”READ MORE SUN STORIESArsenal will be back in action on Thursday night in their Champions League opener against Atalanta.The North Londoners will then travel to defending Premier League champions Manchester City on Sunday afternoon. More

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      Tottenham 0 Arsenal 1: Gabriel’s bullet header seals crucial three points for Gunners in North London derby

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      HERE was a thoroughly impressive display of Arsenal’s title credentials. Just four games into a season in which they might not even have to finish above Manchester City to win the crown, Mikel Arteta’s side entered a seething Tottenham Hotspur Stadium without two of their best players and strolled away with all three points. Arsenal made the trip across North London to take on their bitter rivals TottenhamCredit: APThe game was a tetchy and tense affair in the first halfCredit: GETTYGabriel Martinelli wasted a golden opportunity to break the deadlock in the first halfCredit: GettyGabriel broke the deadlock shortly after the hour mark with a towering headerCredit: RexShorn of injured captain Martin Odegaard and the suspended Declan Rice, Arsenal claimed a third successive win at the home of their bitterest rivals thanks to a second-half header from Gabriel Magalhaes. As in the corresponding fixture last year, Arsenal’s set-piece prowess – and Tottenham’s deficiency in the same area, proved decisive.   Back in April, Arsenal cruised into a three-goal lead here, courtesy of two set-piece goals and this time, it was a single corner which proved the difference. Tottenham were bold and aggressive, they dominated possession and the shot-count but were ultimately beaten by a calmer, more methodical team. READ MORE ON SPURS VS ARSENALAnge Postceglou’s men have now lost their last seven matches against top-half sides and the big Aussie’s position will come under serious scrutiny before long if he cannot reverse that trend.  But, with champions City facing trial over their 115 Premier League charges, Arsenal – runners-up in the last two seasons – know that this could be their best chance to land a first Premier League title since Arsene Wenger’s Invincible campaign 21 years ago. Their first two away fixtures show how serious they are – wins at Aston Villa and Spurs are outstanding results. Postecoglou’s team sheet was adventurous, potentially reckless, but certainly in keeping with his club’s ‘To dare is to do’ ethos. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSWith an attacking front five supported by marauding wing-backs, there was no chance of this Spurs line-up trying to bore Arsenal to death. If Arsenal had an unfamiliar look it was not just the absence of Rice and Odegaard but the black away kit they were forced to wear after a bizarre edict that their traditional colours contained too much white.Premier League’s Biggest Spenders: Top 10 SeasonsThe derby-day spite was ramped up in the tunnel when a lone Arsenal mascot started kicking off at a gang of his Tottenham counterparts.On the pitch, it was Spurs who started as if the importance of the fixture had been drilled into their skulls. They pressed and harried Arsenal as if fed on red meat and twice in the first seven minutes, Dejan Kulusevski forced David Raya into decent saves. First, Son Heung-Min cut back and the Arsenal keeper denied the Swede at his near post.    Then Kulusevski’s cross evaded everyone and Raya was forced into a sprawling stop.Arsenal had started scruffily, their passing off-beam, but soon they settled. Gabriel Martinelli, whose pace was causing havoc down the left, crossed and a downward header from Kai Havertz forced Guglielmo Vicario into an excellent diving stop.  Soon after Leandro Trossard released Martinelli but the Brazilian’s shot was too close to Vicario. The bookings swiftly began to mount up, ref Jarred Gillett strictly following the early-season edict of clamping down on the delaying of free-kicks.  By the break, the Aussie had dished out seven yellow cards – five of them to Spurs, the obvious downside of Postecoglou’s fire-and-brimstone approach. At times, it resembled one of those mass pancake-day matches between rival villages – with occasional outbreaks of handbags.Gabriel’s header fired the Gunners into second place in the Premier League tableCredit: AlamyIn keeping with this, Kulusevski then ploughed through three Arsenal defenders to tee up Brennan Johnson, who skied his shot. As in the first half, Spurs were at it straight from the restart.Dominic Solanke, on his home debut, robbed Trossard with a full-blooded tackle, then got on the end of a Porro cross, his header deflected wide. After the corner was taken short, Micky van de Ven’s header was kept out by a diving Raya.  But Arsenal were calmer, more methodical than their rivals. Havertz led a counter-attack from which they won a corner and scored. Bukayo Saka delivered into a crowded dancefloor and Gabriel timed his run, nudging Romero out of the way, leaping above Kulusevski and heading home from close range. The atmosphere was transformed. From bearpit to teddy bear’s picnic. Except for one delirious corner hosting the Gooners.Soon the home crowd were getting on the back of James Maddison, who chose a poor pass to Solanke when he ought to have shot. After the horse had bolted, Postecoglou sent on Pape Matar Sarr in an attempt to gain greater discipline in midfield.READ MORE SUN STORIESSoon, Arteta introduced Raheem Sterling for his Arsenal debut, as well as Gabriel Jesus and the boy-wonder Ethan Nwaneri. Spurs continued to do most of the attacking and Kulusevski fired over from the edge of the box. Mikel Arteta embraces his staff after the final whistleCredit: REUTERS More

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      Arsenal boss Arteta refuses to rule Martin Odegaard out of Tottenham clash as he says players are ‘always available’

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      ARSENAL manager Mikel Arteta is NOT ruling captain Martin Odegaard out of the North London Derby.The Gunners face rivals Tottenham on Sunday at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium but may be without Odegaard, 25, who poses as a massive doubt.Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta is not ruling Martin Odegaard out of the North London DerbyCredit: GettyOdegaard is facing a late decision after his injury during international dutyCredit: SplashThe playmaker suffered an ankle injury during Norway’s Nations League clash with Austria on Monday.The ex-Real Madrid star limped off the pitch in tears following a rough challenge from Christoph Baumgartner.The Norway international was later seen on crutches while boarding a flight back to London.Arteta, however, revealed Arsenal doctors have yet to reach a final decision as to whether Odegaard will play against Spurs.Read More on ArsenalThe Spanish tactician hinted there will be a late call and left all potential scenarios open.Arteta said in his pre-match press conference: “We need some more tests. Let’s see what happens in the next day or so. This afternoon probably. “Let’s see the extent of the injury and how quickly we can get him back. Martin wants to be here every day but we have to wait and see.I leave that to the doctor. “He’s willing and he wants to be present in every game. We need to make sure we know first how good he is or not. Players with 48 hours are always available. Let’s see what happens.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSArteta, who signed a new contract that ties him to the Emirates until 2027, is facing quite a midfield headache as Declan Rice is suspended and summer signing Mikel Merino is injured.The Arsenal manager may also have to make a late call on Riccardo Calafiori.Premier League panel reveal why referee was right to send off Arsenal star Declan Rice against BrightonCalafiori also picked up a knock during international duty with Italy after a freak clash with France ace Ousmane Dembele last week.Arteta said: “He’s another one where we’ll have to wait another day.” More

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      Forgotten £8m Premier League flop who never scored heads to Romania on free transfer with bizarre announcement video

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      Tottenham flop Clinton Njie has joined Rapid Bucharest … with the Romanian club announcing him alongside former US president BILL CLINTON.Spurs paid Lyon £8.3million in 2015 for the Cameroon striker, now 31.Clinton Njie failed to impress at Tottenham after signing for £8mCredit: PA:Press AssociationNjie has now been announced as a Rapid Bucharest playerCredit: @fcrapid1923oficialHowever, Njie failed to score in 14 senior games, and made all his eight Premier League appearances as a sub.He left for Marseille after a year, and has since played for Dynamo Moscow and Turkish club Sivasspor.A free agent this summer, he has now penned a deal with Rapid – who finished sixth in Romania’s 16-team top flight last season.And the capital city club introduced him on social media with a bizarre video – that begins with film of two-term Democrat president Clinton making speeches.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLNjie then appears, announcing in English: “I am the REAL Clinton.”Footage then follows of the player scoring goals for his clubs, a pleasure denied to Tottenham’s fans.Njie told Rapid’s website: “I’m happy to be here – it’s a pleasure for me to join one of the biggest clubs in Romania.”I saw how much the club wanted me to come here, and it was easy for me to make a decision. I’m excited to start working at Rapid.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSThe Bucharest club has won three Liga 1 titles, the last in 2003.Njie, capped 44 times, won the Africa Cup of Nations with Cameroon in 2017.North London derby WagsHowever, his best achievements at club level have been a series of runners-up medals.The announcement video featured Bill ClintonCredit: @fcrapid1923oficialNjie says ‘I am the real Clinton’ in the bizarre videoCredit: @fcrapid1923oficialWho are these famous footballers? More

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      Tottenham vs Arsenal prediction: Free betting tips, odds and match preview for Sunday’s North London derby

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      SUPER SUNDAY returns with an almighty bang this weekend, kicking off with a highly-anticipated North London derby between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal.SunSport betting experts have previewed the mammoth Premier League contest and selected the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesTottenham vs Arsenal previewThis derby is always a belter but this one just feels a bit different.The changes in style of play for Tottenham under Ange Postecoglou have been huge and Arsenal’s pursuit of the title is constantly under the microscope.Added to the fact that the Gunners dropped points before the break, this one is huge for them.Tottenham have just four points to their name after their three league games having gone down 2-1 to Newcastle prior to the break.It’s not been a happy fixture for Spurs and their supporters in recent times, losing the last two at home with a draw at the Emirates sandwiching those.It’s four NLDs without a win for Spurs but they’d won three home derbies on the bounce prior to that and this looks a decent enough opportunity.That’s because the Gunners are without suspended Declan Rice and injured Martin Odegaard for the short trip.With Man City and Liverpool playing a day previously, the gap at the top could grow if Arsenal don’t take maximum points here.When is Tottenham vs Arsenal?Tottenham vs Arsenal will take place on Sunday, September 15It is scheduled to kick off at 14:00pm BSTThe encounter will take place at the Tottenham Hotspur StadiumWhat TV channel is Tottenham vs Arsenal on and can it be live streamed?Tottenham vs Arsenal will be broadcast LIVE on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event.Subscription members can also stream the entire action on the Sky Go app.Alternatively, SunSport will have minute-by-minute coverage of the whole match.Tottenham vs Arsenal team newsMicky van de Ven could make a timely return to action having missed the Newcastle defeat and pulling out of the Netherlands squad in the international break.Dominic Solanke is expected to be fit too having missed the last two games but Yves Bissouma and Richarlison are set to miss out.Arsenal are without Declan Rice through suspension and have major injury doubts over other top stars.Martin Odegaard and Riccardo Calafiori were both injured on international duty, with the former expected to be out for a couple of weeks. Takehiro Tomiyasu, Kieran Tierney and Mikel Merino are all out.What are the odds for Tottenham vs Arsenal?Odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.How to claim..William Hill £60 welcome bonusVisit the William Hill website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: T60Once your account is registered, click ‘opt in’ on the ‘Vegas Promotion’ pageDeposit a minimum of £10 in your main account to receive a £20 Vegas Bonus for use on Selected GamesThen place a bet with a minimum stake of £10 at odds of 1/2 or greater on any football marketOnce that’s settled, your account will be credited with £40 in free betsWilliam Hill: Claim £60 welcome bonus – click here*Tottenham vs Arsenal betting tips and predictionsDouble bookedExcitement, passion, goals, tackles. It’s all expected in this fixture.But none more so than yellow cards – it’s an absolute certainty.Aussie Jarred Gillett is the man in the middle and has shown ten yellow cards in his two Premier League games so far.Thomas Partey could be isolated in the middle without usual figures Rice and Odegaard alongside him – and Cristian Romero is incredible value!Thomas Partey to be booked at 21/20 with William Hill – CLAIM HERECristian Romero to be booked at 11/8 with William Hill – CLAIM HEREAll squareArsenal can’t afford to drop more points behind their title rivals here.Spurs can’t afford to lose another derby against their closest rivals.With injuries and suspensions harming the Gunners, they might just need to settle for a point – so we’ve looked for a bit of value given goals are a certainty!Correct score to be 2-2 at 11/1 with William Hill – CLAIM HERE*William Hill. 18+. Play Safe. New players only, using promo code T60. Valid from 13/04/2022. Online play. 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