Arsenal legend Lukas Podolski conveyed a brief three-word message to his former club following yesterday’s thrilling 3-2 triumph over Tottenham in the north London derby.
The Gunners secured a hard-fought victory against their arch-rivals at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, with goals from Bukayo Saka and Kai Havertz clinching a crucial three points in the Premier League title race.
Despite underwhelming performances from David Raya and Thomas Partey, Arsenal managed to get the job done thanks to individual moments of brilliance. With the Gunners now potentially just three wins away from the league title, Podolski took to Twitter to praise his former club with a simple message: “London is Red.”
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Given Podolski’s history against Tottenham and his deep connection with Arsenal, it’s no surprise that the 38-year-old attacker was quick to celebrate the victory on social media. This north London derby win holds significant importance for Arsenal, with the possibility of clinching the Premier League title becoming increasingly tangible, especially if Manchester City stumble in their remaining matches.
For Podolski and other former players, witnessing Arsenal reclaim the league championship after two decades would be a momentous occasion. Arsenal’s efforts to maintain strong ties with former players reflect the collective desire for success, with many hoping that this season could mark the end of the prolonged title drought, especially if it means preventing Manchester City from securing a fourth consecutive championship.