US EditionTottenham's 1-0 friendly win over Arsenal shows how Thomas Frank is already making a big impact at Spurs
HONG KONG, JUL 31 – Pape Matar Sarr scored from the halfway line to secure Tottenham's 1-0 win in the first North London derby held outside the UK, highlighting the team's progress under coach Thomas Frank.
- On Thursday, Tottenham Hotspur claimed a narrow 1-0 victory over Arsenal in Hong Kong, the first North London Derby played outside the UK.
- Signs of meaningful progress emerged as Spurs responded from their draws with Wycombe Wanderers and Luton Town, indicating significant improvement under their new head coach.
- Just before the break, Pape Matar Sarr scored by clipping the ball from just over the halfway line into the Arsenal net, and Frank praised his top-class performance.
- With bragging rights secured, Frank reflected on how the win underscores Spurs’ stature and the importance of the fans, saying he now understands how big a club Spurs is.
- Preparation for the UEFA Super Cup against Paris Saint-Germain is set to reflect the Hong Kong game plan, with Frank expected to deploy a similar defensive approach, leveraging the experience gained against Arsenal.
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