Aaron Ramsdale was kicked by a Tottenham fan after the Gunners’ 2-0 win (Sky Sports)
Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsale was kicked by a Tottenham supporter moments after the Gunners’ 2-0 win in the north London derby on Sunday.
Mikel Arteta’s side have moved eight points clear at the top of the Premier League following a crucial victory over their rivals at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Hugo Lloris’ own goal gave Arsenal the lead in the 14th minute before Martin Odegaard’s brilliant long-range strike doubled their advantage before the break.
Spurs improved in the second half but couldn’t find a breakthrough and Arsenal now have a commanding advantage in the Premier League title race.
Ramsdale, meanwhile, was celebrating Arsenal’s win in front of the Spurs supporters at the final whistle but as he went to collect his gloves behind the goal he was hit by a kick from one fan who walked down to the front of the stand.
When asked about the incident after the game, Ramsdale said: ‘The Spurs fans gave me some throughout the game. I was giving some back.
‘The people I did give it to greeted it in sportsmanlike terms but one fan tried to give me a little punch on the back.
‘It is a shame as it is just a game of football at the end of the day. Both sets of players tried to bring me away but thankfully nothing too drastic happened. It is a sour taste but I’m sure we will enjoy it when we go back into the dressing room.’
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Richarlison of Tottenham Hotspur argues with Arsenal goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale at full time after he gestured to the home fans at the final whistle
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Ramsdale was kicked as he collected his gloves behind the goal.
