“I f*cking love Ben White” – Arsenal fans left impressed by defender’s gamesmanship just before Gunners go 1-0 up
Arsenal fans took to social media to express their delight after seeing Ben White tangle with Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario in the North London derby. White appeared to be trying to undo the straps on Vicario’s gloves just moments before Arsenal took the lead through a Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg own goal.
White’s gamesmanship pays off
Arsenal defender Ben White has been praised for his gamesmanship after he appeared to try and undo the gloves of Tottenham goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario just seconds before the Gunners took the lead in the North London derby. White’s actions may have distracted Vicario, who was unable to keep out Hojbjerg’s own goal.
Arsenal fans were quick to praise White’s clever thinking, with many taking to social media to share their thoughts.
“Ben White is a genius,”
“I f*cking love Ben White,”
“This is why we need Ben White in the England team.”
Tottenham struggle to recover
Tottenham were unable to recover from the setback and Arsenal went on to win the game 3-2. Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli also scored for the Gunners, while Harry Kane and Cristian Romero netted for Tottenham.
The win keeps Arsenal top of the Premier League table, eight points clear of Manchester City. Tottenham are fifth, five points behind fourth-placed Newcastle United.
White’s impressive season
White has been in impressive form for Arsenal this season, making 25 appearances in all competitions. The 25-year-old has also scored two goals and provided two assists.
White’s performances have helped Arsenal to the top of the Premier League table and he will be hoping to continue his good form in the second half of the season.
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