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Another matter pertaining to the chase for a place in next season’s Champions League is Arsenal’s visit to Tottenham Hotspur, postponed in January to some Covid-releated controversy. It’s been rescheduled for Thursday 12 May. That fixture now comes ten days before the end of the season, and the way things are going, could well become a winner-takes-all rumble for a precious top-four place.
At the time of the postponement, Spurs were “extremely surprised” by the decision to allow Arsenal’s request. The Gunners cited Covid-19, African Nations Cup absentees, and injuries as reasons for their plea, leading to Spurs demanding more “clarity and consistency” in the Premier League’s decision-making processes. In other words, expect this one to get tasty, even by the normal standards of the north-London derby. Can’t wait!
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