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Bukayo Saka attended the Emirates Stadium for the north London derby. The 23-year-old was accompanied by his long-time girlfriend Tolami Benson.
Arsenal Women’s latest clash with their bitter rivals Tottenham Hotspur at the Emirates Stadium was nothing short of a spectacle. The Gunners delivered a stunning performance, thrashing Spurs 5-0 in the highly anticipated north London derby.
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Among the spectators was none other than Bukayo Saka, Arsenal’s talented winger, who watched the match alongside his long-time girlfriend, Tolami Benson, and their dog. Saka, who has been a consistent performer for the men’s team, showed his unwavering support for the women’s squad, cheering them on from the stands.
The match was a showcase of Arsenal Women’s dominance, with Arsenal taking the lead in the 14th minute when Alessia Russo’s glancing header deflected off Clare Hunt, resulting in an own goal. Mariona Caldentey doubled the lead just before the break with a composed finish from the edge of the box. Frida Maanum extended Arsenal’s lead with a deflected effort in the 51st minute. Russo added her second of the match with a clinical strike from the right side of the box in the 58th minute. Emily Fox capped off the scoring with a stunning long-range effort from 25 yards out in the final minute of normal time.
. The victory not only solidified Arsenal’s position at the top of the table but also sent a strong message to their rivals.
Saka’s presence at the game highlighted the growing support and recognition for women’s football, and his enthusiastic support undoubtedly boosted the team’s morale. The Arsenal Women’s squad, inspired by the roaring crowd and Saka’s encouragement, delivered a performance that will be remembered for years to come.
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