FT: Arsenal 0-1 Tottenham in Hong Kong – Sarr lobs Raya from distance
First north London derby to take place outside the UK
Thomas Frank’s first meeting against arch-rival as Spurs boss
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All the talk pre-match was about Viktor Gyokeres and the prospect of the big-money striker making his Arsenal debut.
Well, we were made to wait to see him but he did get on for end of the game but he couldn’t prevent the Gunners falling to a narrow loss.
Thomas Frank’s Tottenham take the bragging right – such as they are in pre-season – thanks to Pape Sarr’s fine long range effort in the 45th minute.
We’ll be back very soon – the new season is just around the corner after all!
After a first loss of pre-season, Arsenal have got two more games left – both at the Emirates – before the season proper kicks off.
23 July: Arsenal 1-0 AC Milan – Singapore National Stadium, Singapore
27 July: Arsenal 3-2 Newcastle United – Singapore National Stadium, Singapore
Today: Arsenal 0-1 Tottenham – Kai Tak Stadium, Hong Kong
6 August, 18:00: v Villarreal – Emirates Stadium, London
9 August, 17:00: v Athletic Club – Emirates Stadium, London
Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice: “It’s been really, really special coming to Hong Kong. Thank you so much [to the fans] for your support. Even though we lost, we love you guys.
“It’s been an incredible trip, we’ve really felt the love and that’s pushed us on.
“We lost tonight but we have another game on Wednesday, it’s still pre-season and we’re going to push for big things this season
The teams line up at either end of the pitch with signs thanking the supporters in Hong Kong.
Tottenham’s players seem that much happier about it as you might expect given the result.
