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      Arsenal fans delighted as Gabriel Martinelli lobs Gooner scarf into incredible position at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium

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      ARSENAL fans were purring after an official club scarf was lobbed onto the Spidercam at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.The Gunners won 2-0 in the North London Derby against Spurs thanks to Hugo Lloris’ shock own goal and Martin Odegaard’s screamer.
      An Arsenal scarf found its way on the Spidercam at TottenhamCredit: AFP
      Arsenal beat Tottenham 2-0 at the Tottenham Hotspur StadiumCredit: Rex
      The visitors, though, added some more insult to injury after the game as they pulled off quite the prank.
      Gabriel Martinelli was seen to throw an Arsenal scarf on the ground’s Spidercam.
      He then reacted with great delight at his quick-thinking actions.
      Fans were left laughing their socks off on social media after the cheeky scenes went public.
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      One fan posted: “The disrespect, love it!”
      Another tweeted: “Oh this is iconic!”
      A third wrote: “That is f*****g sensational.”
      This fan commented: “Has the scarf got it’s [sic] own twitter account yet?”
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      And that one tweeted: “More of that next week.”
      However, that wasn’t the only image that went viral at Tottenham.
      As tensions boiled over at full-time, a fan kicked Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale.
      Ramsdale bickered with Tottenham star Richarlison at the end of the game and the forward angrily pushed the keeper in the side of the head.
      As a steward led the England international away to the edge of the pitch, a fan sat in the Spurs section disgracefully kicked the shot stopper.
      Players from both sets of teams then ran over to try and diffuse the tensed situation. More

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      Fans spot touchline spat between Richarlison and Tomiyasu as Tottenham star angrily hits out at Arsenal rival

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      RICHARLISON failed to hide his frustration in the North London derby following a tense coming together with Takehiro Tomiyasu. Arsenal took bragging rights back to the Emirates after beating Tottenham 2-0 away from home.
      Richarlison and Takehiro Tomiyasu face off in an off-field spat

      Richarlison was involved in a heated exchange of words with Aaron Ramsdale at full-time, before the Arsenal keeper was KICKED by a disgraceful Spurs supporter.
      But an eagle-eyed fan spotted an off-field spat between the Brazilian and Arsenal defender Tomiyasu on the touchline earlier in the game.
      Tomiyasu put his arm across Richarlison, who then angrily pulled it away.
      The Spurs forward came off the bench and had a late chance denied by stopper Ramsdale, who was named man of the match.
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      But tempers flared after the game with opposing players colliding following the final whistle.
      And it riled up the home Spurs supporters inside the stadium, with one even punting Ramsdale as he went to collect his water bottle.
      He responded to Sky Sports: “The Spurs fans were giving me some stick in the second half and I gave them some back.
      “To the few I did do it to it was probably well-greeted sportsmanship like but then a fan jumped over and gave me a little punch in the back.
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      “That’s what happened and it is a shame because it’s just a game of football at the end of the day.
      “Both sets of players tried to bring me away, thankfully nothing happened too drastic.
      “It is a sour taste but I am sure we will enjoy it when we go back to the dressing room.”
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      ‘It’s a shame… it leaves a sour taste’ – Arsenal star Aaron Ramsdale slams Tottenham yob who KICKED him after derby

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      AARON RAMSDALE spoke out after being disgracefully KICKED by a Tottenham fan following the climax of the North London derby. Ramsdale phenomenally kept a clean sheet away from home to help the league leaders to a 2-0 win.
      A Tottenham fan kicked Aaron RamsdaleCredit: Sky Sports

      But tempers flared after the match with opposing players colliding following the final whistle.
      And it riled up the home Spurs supporters inside the stadium, with one even punting Ramsdale as he went to collect his water bottle.
      He responded to Sky Sports: “The Spurs fans were giving me some stick in the second half and I gave them some back.
      “To the few I did do it to it was probably well-greeted sportsmanship like but then a fan jumped over and gave me a little punch in the back.
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      “That’s what happened and it is a shame because it’s just a game of football at the end of the day.
      “Both sets of players tried to bring me away, thankfully nothing happened too drastic.
      “It is a sour taste but I am sure we will enjoy it when we go back to the dressing room.”
      Spurs’ Eric Dier fumed: “I didn’t see it, but it is just unacceptable really.
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      “There is nothing more than I can say other than it’s unacceptable and it shouldn’t have happened.”
      A PFA spokesperson said: “Violence towards players is completely unacceptable.
      “These types of incidents are happening far too often. Players have a right to be safe in their place of work.
      “When a player is attacked, we expect the laws and regulations that are in place to protect players to be properly enforced. As the players’ union, we treat this as a priority issue.
      “We will continue working with the authorities to demand that players and staff are better protected in their place of work.”
      An own goal from Hugo Lloris and Martin Odegaard meant bragging rights go back to the Emirates.
      And Mikel Arteta’s side pulled further away from Premier League champions Manchester City.
      Arsenal went eight points clear from Pep Guardiola’s City in their bid for a first league title in almost 20 years.
      Aaron Ramsdale celebrates after victory over TottenhamCredit: Getty More

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      Tottenham ‘considering January transfer bid for Roma star Nicolo Zaniolo’ after he is jeered by his own fans

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      TOTTENHAM are reportedly weighing-up a swoop for Roma star Nicolo Zaniolo this month.The attacking midfielder, 23, arrived from Inter Milan in 2018 and has gone on to make almost 100 Serie A appearances since.
      Tottenham are reportedly keen on signing Roma’s Nicolo ZanioloCredit: Getty
      However, his status with Jose Mourinho’s side is under huge scrutiny after he was recently jeered by his own supporters.
      Fans turned on the Italian international during the 1-0 Coppa Italia victory over Genoa on Thursday.
      And that has led to a fresh report from transfer expert Alfredo Pedulla claiming that Spurs are lining-up a swoop before the end of the January window.
      A host of Italian clubs are also believed to be keen on snapping-up the ace.
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      But they are only interested in trying to do business at the end of the season – which could be a huge advantage to the Premier League club.
      Zaniolo is under contract at the Stadio Olimpico until 2024.
      Talks have already taken place over an extension, but there has been “no progress” during the negotiations.
      And his performances and general attitude of late has allegedly “irritated” Roma’s top brass.
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      Spurs are not the only English side that have been linked with him.
      Both West Ham United and Nottingham Forest are also believed to be monitoring his situation.
      He was originally valued at around £44million by Roma, but with his contract dwindling, that is said to have dropped to £26m.
      Zaniolo, whose goal clinched the Europa Conference League crown last season, has scored two and provided three assists in his 17 appearances this term. More

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      Tottenham lining up £20m transfer for Leverkusen’s Piero Hincapie on top of move for fellow defender Pedro Porro

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      TOTTENHAM are weighing up a £20m January move for Bayer Leverkusen defender Piero Hincapie.And Spurs are set for talks with Sporting Lisbon this week to try to thrash out a deal for right back Pedro Porro.
      Bayer Leverkusen’s Piero Hincapie shone for Ecuador in the World Cup and is now on the wishlist of Tottenham boss Antonio ConteCredit: Getty
      Porto want much more than the first offer of £27m Spurs made for Pedro Porro, who has been capped once by SpainCredit: Getty
      Tottenham boss Spurs boss Antonio Conte has made a new left-sided centre-back one of his main priorities and is among the many admirers of Ecuador international Hincapie.
      The 21-year-old caught the eye at the World Cup in Qatar and is on the radar of a number of clubs following impressive performances for Leverkusen since his arrival in Germany in 2021.
      The Bundesliga side, managed by former Liverpool star Xabi Alonso, failed to qualify for the knockout stages of the Champions League and would consider selling.
      Spurs could be persuaded to buy Hincapie this month but then loan him back to Leverkusen for the remainder of the season.
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      Tottenham’s interest in Porro is further down the line.
      But the price for the Spanish defender remains a sticking point.
      Sporting want a lot more than the initial £27m Spurs are prepared to pay.
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      But the Premier League side hope that the offer of one or more players on loan, as well as significant add-on clauses, will persuade the Portuguese club to come to an agreement.
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      Porto winger Marcus Edwards, 24, has also been linked with Spurs.
      But the former England Under-20 star, who was in Tottenham’s academy from 2015-2019, reportedly has a £52m buy-out clause More

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      Arsenal’s 3-0 loss to Spurs last season was the catalyst for title charge – this win would be most significant so far

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      FOOTBALL managers often talk about learning more from the agony of defeat than the glory of victory.They will tell you the most painful setbacks can inspire magnificent achievements. That the darkest hour comes just before dawn. 
      Mikel Arteta have taken Arsenal to the top of the league as we reach the halfway point of the seasonCredit: Getty
      And most of the time their words are a bloody great pile of horse manure, spoken in vain hope rather than expectation. 
      But when Arsenal capitulated at Tottenham last May – a 3-0 drubbing which eventually saw them surrender fourth place, and Champions League football, to their bitter rivals – it truly was a catalyst for this season’s title charge. 
      Mikel Arteta has frequently used memories of that night – as well as a second limp surrender at Newcastle four days later – to motivate his side for this season’s extraordinary title bid. 
      Arteta’s side had arrived for the North London Derby on the back of four straight wins and were four points clear of Spurs with three games to go. 
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      Victory would have sealed their return to the European elite, a draw would have kept the Gunners as white-hot favourites, but what followed was not just a costly defeat but a total embarrassment.  
      Rob Holding suffered a personal meltdown – sent off after 33 minutes for a string of cynical fouls on Son Heung-Min and Spurs rattled up a three-goal lead two minutes into the second half. 
      In public, Arteta defended his troops, laughably claiming he was ‘proud’ of them and that he could not give an honest opinion on the match for fear of a massive suspension. 
      That was supposed to lay the blame with ref Paul Tierney but it fooled nobody – Holding could have been sent off even earlier than he was and Arsenal had completely failed to show up for their biggest derby in years. 
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      Antonio Conte recently claimed it was a ‘miracle’ that he led Spurs to fourth last season but in truth it was an Arsenal disaster-class which gifted them Champions League football.
      Yet today, Arsenal return to the scene of the crime at the top of the Premier League – dreaming of a first title since the Invincibles almost two decades ago and looking nailed-on certainties to finish above Tottenham for the first time in seven years.    
      But Arsenal have failed to win on their last eight visits to Spurs – at three different stadiums, the old White Hart Lane, Wembley and the new Lane – losing six of them.
      So today represents the stiffest test yet of their mettle and stamina. The Lane will be a bearpit, as it was in May, when Son produced his last great performance in a Spurs shirt before this season’s slump.  
      A fesity game last may saw Tottenham take the last Champions League place beating Arsenal 3-0 in the processCredit: AP
      Since then Arsenal have made a couple of decent signings and recalled William Saliba from a loan in France.
      But with Gabriel Jesus injured and Eddie Nketiah standing in, at least seven of those who started at Spurs last season will line up again today. 
      The true difference has been in attitude rather than personnel. 
      Last season, Arsenal were exceeding expectations by reaching fourth but then the naivety and inconsistency of youth struck them down in the final straight. 
      William Saliba has been a key player for the Gunners this seasonCredit: Getty
      This term, Arteta’s men look the real deal. In the space of eight months, Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli – who all started last May – seem to have matured from youngsters with huge potential to senior men who can handle expectation. 
      Arsenal have already overcome some serious obstacles – winning their home North London Derby, pipping Liverpool in a classic and winning at Chelsea.
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      But victory at the Lane would be the most significant to date – especially after last season’s humiliation.    
      And if Arteta speaks of that painful night providing the fuel for this title challenge, then this time you’d better believe him. More

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      Tottenham ‘to hold further talks with Sporting Lisbon over £40m transfer for wing-back Pedro Porro’

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      TOTTENHAM are reportedly set to have further talks over a transfer for Pedro Porro.The Sporting Lisbon star is highly rated in Portugal and his club are only willing to sell him for his release clause.
      Tottenham reportedly want to have talks with Sporting Lisbon over Pedro PorroCredit: Getty
      The 23-year-old wing-back’s release clause is £40million.
      Spurs want to hold further talks with the Portuguese side to see if a deal can be struck, according to the Daily Mail.
      Former Manchester City prospect, Porro has excelled since breaking into the Sporting side.
      This season he has scored once and assisted five goals in 12 league games as well as helping on the defensive side of the game too.
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      Manager Antonio Conte are in need of a new right-wing-back after Emerson Royal and Matt Doherty’s inconsistent performances.
      While summer signing Djed Spence has barely been given a chance to feature under the Italian boss.
      Conte admitted when Spence signed that he was a club “investment” rather than one of his targets.
      He said: “Spence is an investment of the club. The club wanted to do it.
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      “I said ‘OK, this player is young but he showed he can become a good, important player for us’.
      “The club decided to buy him.”
      Porro is not the only Sporting player to have been linked with Spurs.
      Marcus Edwards, who used to be in the Spurs academy, has gathered interest from the North London side, but like Porro, Sporting are demanding that his release clause be met if they are to sell him.
      The 24-year-old’s buy-out clause is £52million. More

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      ‘That’s our boy’ – Tottenham fans love how Cristian Romero refers to Arsenal ahead of North London derby

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      CHRISTIAN ROMERO deepened his affection from the Tottenham faithful with the way he referred to rivals Arsenal.The Gunners sit top of the league going into Sunday’s North London derby.
      Christian Romero refused to name Arsenal in a recent interviewCredit: Getty
      But he admitted the importance of winning the game on SundayCredit: Reuters
      However, as with any derby, form can go out the window, and Romero seems intent to make that happen.
      And he started this off with some mind games in an interview, in which he refused to name Arsenal, instead simply using “them” to refer to Mikel Arteta’s side.
      Speaking to Sky Sports ahead of the derby, he said: “I think we can come back from this far back (11 points behind). But there’s a lot of work we need to do, using everything we’ve got.
      “If you’re top of the league, you deserve to be there and that’s where they are. But we want to be there ourselves.
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      “We know we need to improve a lot of things, but we are working hard thinking about us, not them.”
      With him refusing to name Arsenal, Spurs fans were enamoured by Romero.
      Taking to Twitter, one user said: “That’s our boy.”
      A second user declared: “I love this man.”
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      A third said: “Good don’t even speak there name 🤢”
      “He just keeps getting better,” added another.
      While the form book may point towards an Arsenal victory, they have not won away at Spurs since 2014 – when manager Arteta was at the heart of midfield.
      A loss in the clash would see Spurs simultaneously lose ground on the top four race and go 14 points behind their North London neighbours.
      And despite not naming Arsenal once Romero was full of praise for the league leaders, also admitting the importance of a win.
      He said: “If I have to say something about them, they’ve got a strong squad.
      “They are in an important moment in what they’ve been building for years and we can see that, at the moment, they’re doing well. For us, we’re in a position where we still need to grow.
      “This game is important. We need to win it. We need the result. It will be hard, but I believe in our team. Between us, we’re always motivated. It’s not only just with the derby, even though it’s a very important game.
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      “The Premier League is difficult, there are many strong squads you play where you have to be 100 per cent for. If not, you can’t play in this climate.
      “We know this season has been a bit up and down, we have to say it, but we hope to win. We will do everything to win this game at home.” More