Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes mocks Tottenham after derby victory
Arsenal defender Gabriel Magalhaes quickly took to social media to mock Tottenham following his team’s convincing victory in the north London derby on Sunday, reports BritPanorama.
The Brazilian centre-back posted a photo on Instagram while on the team coach, cleverly displaying a playing card with the number four, which reflected the match scoreline.
In the post, Gabriel tagged fellow Brazilian Richarlison, reigniting their ongoing social media rivalry. He featured in the shot wearing his Arsenal tracksuit alongside his man of the match award, a packet of M&Ms, and a can of Rio during the brief trip back across north London.
Arsenal dominated the match throughout, recording 20 shots compared to just six from Tottenham. Eberechi Eze and Viktor Gyokeres were pivotal, each scoring twice to secure a comprehensive victory. Eze opened the scoring, with Randal Kolo Muani temporarily equalising for Spurs before Arsenal pulled ahead with Gyokeres’ goals.
The result marks Igor Tudor’s first match in charge as interim manager of Tottenham, concluding in disappointment for the hosts. The scoreline is particularly notable considering the previous fixture where Tottenham overcame Arsenal in a pre-season friendly last July.
Gabriel, who boasts a remarkable record in north London derbies, has now helped Arsenal secure victory in eight of his eleven encounters against Tottenham. His post gained significant attention online, amassing over 180,000 likes and 5,000 comments shortly after being uploaded. Captain Declan Rice, among others, reacted with light-hearted emojis, reflecting the camaraderie within the squad.
This victory restored Arsenal’s five-point lead over Manchester City at the top of the Premier League, although it is important to note they have played one match more than their title rivals. Mikel Arteta’s side will next face fourth-placed Chelsea at the Emirates, as they continue their campaign in a tightly contested league.
In the world of football, camaraderie and rivalry often collide, serving as a reminder of the intricate dance between competition and respect, especially in a city as fiercely divided as London.
