Clash of Titans: Arsenal vs Tottenham in the Epic North London Derby Showdown
On Sunday, September 15, Arsenal faces off against Tottenham in a thrilling match in the namesake North London Derby. Both teams will be looking for crucial points to keep pace with the league leader. Read all about this exciting fixture here.
North London Derby
The matches between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur are called the North London Derby because both teams are based in the northern region of London. Many fans regard the other team as one of their biggest rivals, making these derbies intensely competitive. The two teams first faced each other in 1887, but the rivalry truly intensified in 1913 when Arsenal moved to a location closer to Tottenham’s home.
Since 1896, Arsenal and Tottenham have faced off 195 times, with Arsenal emerging victorious 82 times. The Spurs have claimed 61 victories, and 52 matches ended in a draw. The most recent encounter between the two sides took place on April 28, 2024. In that match, Arsenal led comfortably 3-0 by halftime but allowed Tottenham to claw back to a 2-3 result after the hour mark. For Tottenham, Son Heung-min scored from the penalty spot, while Cristian Romero found the back of the net. Arsenal’s goals came from Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz, with the opening goal being an own goal by Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg.
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Tottenham
Tottenham Hotspur FC, often simply referred to as Tottenham or Spurs, is a football club founded in 1882 in the Tottenham district of London. The team plays its home matches at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. The club has consistently played in the top tier of English football since 1978, when it was still known as the First Division. Over the years, Tottenham has accumulated several titles, including two league championships, eight FA Cups, two UEFA Cups, and one European Cup Winners’ Cup.
Last season, Tottenham finished 5th in the Premier League, 25 points behind leaders Manchester City. This 5th place finish earned them a spot in the group stage of the Europa League. The previous season, Spurs didn’t participate in any European competition, but the year before, they reached the Champions League round of 16, where they were eliminated by AC Milan.
The Spurs are coached by Ange Postecoglou, a Greek-Australian who took charge of the team in June 2023. Postecoglou, a former Australian international, had an extensive managerial career before arriving in North London. Tottenham’s squad features well-known players like South Korean forward Heung-min Son and Brazilian striker Richarlison, who were the team’s most prolific scorers last season, with 17 and 12 goals respectively. Would these guys become the heroes of North London Derby this time?
Arsenal
Arsenal FC, founded in 1886, is one of England’s most successful clubs. The ‘Gunners’ play their home games at the Emirates Stadium, the third-largest football stadium in England. Arsenal’s most successful manager was Arsène Wenger, who served as the club’s head coach from 1996 to 2018. Arsenal has won the league title 13 times and the FA Cup 14 times, making them one of the most decorated clubs in English football. They have also set a record for the longest continuous run in the English top flight, having played there since 1919. Sunderland is in second place with 68 consecutive years in the top tier, followed by Everton with 55 years. Yet, history does not win matches. Let’s see if Arsenal can beat their key opponents in North London Derby on 15/09/2024 (15:00)!
Last season, Arsenal narrowly missed out on the Premier League title, finishing just 2 points behind champions Manchester City. Despite falling short, the Gunners had an impressive campaign, winning 28 out of 38 matches and losing only 5. Arsenal also performed well in the Champions League, topping Group B and advancing past Porto in the knockout stage. However, their journey ended in the quarter-finals with a 3-2 aggregate loss to Bayern Munich.
Arsenal’s current coach is Mikel Arteta, a former Spanish international who has been at the helm since December 2019. Under his leadership, Arsenal has won the FA Cup and two FA Community Shields. The team boasts a roster filled with talent, including Kai Havertz and Declan Rice, but the standout player is Bukayo Saka. Last season, Saka scored 20 goals for the Gunners, and he has already found the net this season. Kai Havertz added 14 goals last year, but Belgian forward Leandro Trossard surpassed him with 17 goals.
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