Three of the best London derbies from recent years
Three of the best London derbies from recent years By Kit Shepard Arsenal have had some titanic clashes with London rivals. Whether they are taking on Tottenham in the North London Derby or battling Chelsea, their familiar West London foe, emotions often run high in tenacious encounters. The Gunners have enjoyed several memorable occasions against these opponents, with stunning comebacks, cup final victories and slick attacking displays all included. Here are three of the best recent Arsenal matches against sides from across the capital. Scintillating second half earns comeback win: Arsenal 4-2 Tottenham (December 2018) Unai Emery’s spell as Arsenal manager is remembered for its acrimonious ending, but there was a brief period under him where the Gunners appeared a club reborn. The Spaniard’s first North London Derby was perhaps the highlight of his time at the Emirates Stadium. Hosting a Tottenham side above them in the table, Arsenal produced an electric display to go above the...