TOTTENHAM v ARSENAL, THE 11-SECOND DERBY!

Two goals within 11 seconds helped Arsenal overcome Tottenham Hotspur in the Tottenham v Arsenal English Premier League Fixture today. It was Van Persie and Fabregas that stunned their premiership opponents with a neat display of quality football. This '11 second' derby is another addition to Arsenal's great history that also includes the 'Five Minute Cup Final' and a victory at anfield famously secured in the 89th minute.

A relatively even first half exploded when in the 43rd minute, Van Persie hit the net from a low cross. 11 seconds later, straight from the kick-off, the dutchman won the ball and Fabregas, beating a couple of slumbering defenders, netted his 6th goal of the season.

Before the game, pundits were billing this game as the tightest north london derby for sometime. In the end, they were proved wrong, as now it will be called the '11 second' derby'!

When the last goal was scored in the 60th minute, which really was due to a bit of confusion between the players and the referee, the Arsenal fans took a sigh of relief and knew Tottenham simply could not come back from 3-0 down.

The last goal in itself was also dramatic. Mr Clattenburg had played the advantage but everybody was expecting play to be pulled back. Sagna reacted first, launching a low cross in for Van Persie to slot in off Ledley King.

At the end, the Arsenal fans joyously ran through the repertoire of songs as their team killed time by playing keep-ball. This proves Arsenal are still top dogs in North London and did them no harm in the Premier League title race either.

Adebayor Causes Controversy!

Emmanuel Adebayor of Manchester United caused controversy during the football game against Arsenal with his inflammatory goal celebration and stomp on former teammate Van Persie.

Adebayor had left Arsenal in July after being accused by Arsenal fans of a poor attitude and work rate. Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger was livid when Adebayor caught van persie's face with his boot during a sliding tackle from the Dutch footballer. He then ran the length of the field to celebrate his goal, causing Arsenal fans to hurl objects onto the field. One steward was knocked unconscious while controlling the outraged fans.



The Togo international has had a change in fortunes since making the switch from Arsenal. He has scored in all of Manchester City's first four wins in the Premier League this season. His last was probably the most satisfying for him and he did not shy away from showing his emotions.

English Premier League chief executive Richard Scudamore was of the opinion that Adebayor had damaged football in general, implying that his actions were against the spirit of the game.

Talking to the Sun, Adebayor told reporters "I don't know what I have done wrong to get banned. I have not heard the police or FA want to talk to me. The club have not said anything" He justified his actions by saying "...these people have been insulting me all game".

However, things are not that straightforward and the FA is looking into the matter. A three match ban could well be on the cards for the striker. It would be interesting to see how Adebayor reacts if penalised by the FA.