The irony of Tottenham fans cheering for their 'nemesis' Arsenal is unfolding.
Bayern Munich drew 2-2 with hosts Arsenal in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League quarterfinals of the 2023-2024 season at the Emirates Stadium in London, England, on Tuesday. The two teams will move to Munich for the second leg on Nov. 13.
Kim Min-jae didn't get a chance against Arsenal. Thomas Tuchel continues to use the combination of Matthijs de Ligt and Eric Dier in important matches. Kim Min-Jae has been a rotation player, appearing in less important games.
Tottenham and Arsenal have a great rivalry, known as the "North London Derby". Tottenham players don't drive the red sports cars that symbolize Arsenal. They don't even wear red on their Christmas trees.
However, Spurs fans are now fiercely supporting Arsenal. That's because Spurs' Champions League spot for next season is on the line.
Arsenal is leading the Premier League and has already qualified for the Champions League. Tottenham fans believe that if Arsenal go all out against Munich in their quest for the 'double', it's relatively easy for Tottenham to defend their fourth place in the league. This is because if Arsenal finish in the top four, 바카라사이트 they will have to continue to juggle the league and Champions League.
Tottenham and Arsenal will face off at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on April 28th. The calculation is that if Arsenal rotates with a physical burden, Spurs have a better chance of winning.
For now, Spurs (60 points) remain in fourth place, just +3 ahead of Aston Villa and with no goal difference. Tottenham hosts Newcastle on the 13th.