On 24 September, one of the matches of the 6th round of the English football championship took place. Arsenal (London) and Tottenham (London) met.
English Championship, 6th round
Arsenal (London) - Tottenham (London) - 2:2 ( 1:1)
Goals: Romero (26), B. Saka (54) - Son Heung-min (42), Son Heung-min (55).
Warnings: Ienoma Destini Udogie (15), Edegor (15), P. M. Sarr (45+1), Bissouma (45+1), Havertz (57), E. Nketiah (67), Romero (75).
Arsenal vs Tottenham match review:
Arsenal and Tottenham gave football fans a thrilling match at the Emirates Stadium in the Premier League. The intensity and rivalry between these two North London clubs was on point, with both teams putting their best foot forward on the pitch. The score was 1-1 at half-time and the result was a thrilling 2-2 draw. The start of the match was full of enthusiasm, with both teams looking to take control of the game. However, the physical nature of the game quickly made itself felt and several yellow cards were shown in the first few minutes.
In the 15th minute, Arsenal's Martin Odegaard received a yellow card, followed by Tottenham's Dapo Udogi receiving a caution. In the 26th minute, an unpleasant event for Arsenal happened as Cristian Romero scored an own goal, giving Tottenham the lead. But Arsenal quickly responded just before half-time when Bukayo Saka earned a penalty in the 54th minute. He converted the penalty to level the score at 1-1. No sooner had Arsenal equalised than Tottenham retook the lead. On 55 minutes Son Heung-Min scored his second goal of the match, demonstrating his finishing skills. With the score at 2-1, the intensity of the game further increased as the teams continued to go forward, looking to find the turning point. The game became more violent, leading to an increase in yellow cards. In the 45th minute, Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg and Yves Bissouma of Tottenham received yellow cards. As the match progressed, both managers made crucial substitutions in the hope of changing the outcome of the game. Folarin Balogun and Declan Rice came on for Arsenal in the 46th minute, giving the team a new lease of life. Tottenham also made a substitution, with Marcel Solomon replacing Brian Gil in the 63rd minute. As the midfield battle intensified, more yellow cards started to appear in the match. Arsenal's Kayo Havertz and Eddie Nketiah, as well as Tottenham's Romero, were cautioned in the 57th, 67th and 75th minutes respectively. In the 77th minute, the Arsenal manager decided to make another substitution, releasing Gabriel Jesus on the pitch in place of Reiss Nelson. Tottenham responded almost immediately, releasing James Maddison in the 78th minute in place of Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg. However, the most surprising decision was the substitution of Son Heung-Min for Richarlison in the same minute. As time was running out, both teams were aiming for a win. However, it did not happen and the match ended in a hard fought draw. In the 90th minute, Arsenal player Bukayo Saka replaced Emile Smith Rowe. Both teams showed their talents, determination and competitive spirit throughout the game. Fans enjoyed an exciting match filled with goals, drama and tense moments. This thrilling draw between Arsenal and Tottenham will surely go down as one of the most memorable encounters in the Premier League this season.
The next round of fixtures await the rivals: Bournemouth vs Arsenal, Tottenham vs Liverpool.
Arsenal vs Tottenham match statistics:
Arsenal | Tottenham | |
---|---|---|
6 | Kicks to the goal | 4 |
13 | Kicks | 10 |
3 | Blocked shots | 2 |
8 | Penalty kicks | 7 |
5 | Penalty kicks | 3 |
12 | Offences | 18 |
11 | Corner | 3 |
2 | Offsides | 3 |
44% | Ball possession | 56% |
3 | Yellow cards | 4 |
0 | Red cards | 0 |
2 | Keeper saves | 4 |
323 | Total assists | 423 |
269 | Accurate assists | 365 |
83% | Accuracy of passes | 86% |