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Arsenal and Tottenham players observe a minutes applause for Tottenham player Bobby Smith
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Arsenal and Tottenham players observe a minutes applause for Tottenham player Bobby Smith
Arsenal and Tottenham players observe a minutes applause for Tottenham player Bobby Smith. Tottenham Hotspur 1:4 Arsenal (aet). Carling Cup 3rd Round. White Hart Lane, 21/9/10. Credit : Arsenal Football Club / David Price
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In this poignant moment captured at White Hart Lane on September 21, 2010, Arsenal and Tottenham players come together to pay their respects to a footballing legend. The scene unfolds during the Carling Cup third round match between the two North London rivals, which saw Arsenal emerge victorious with a scoreline of 1:4 after extra time. The occasion was not just about the football, however. The minute's applause was held in memory of Bobby Smith, a former player for both clubs who passed away earlier that week at the age of 83. Smith is remembered as a true footballing great, having scored a record-breaking 200 goals in just 328 appearances for Tottenham between 1949 and 1962. He later joined Arsenal in 1962, where he made 53 appearances and scored 13 goals. The image shows a sea of red and white shirts, as players from both teams stand shoulder to shoulder, heads bowed, in a silent tribute to Smith's memory. The solemn atmosphere is palpable, with the empty stands of White Hart Lane providing a backdrop to this heartfelt moment. The contrasting colors of the two teams' shirts serve as a reminder of the fierce rivalry that exists between Arsenal and Tottenham on the pitch, but in this moment, all that mattered was the shared respect and admiration for a man who left an indelible mark on the history of both clubs. The minute's applause was a fitting tribute to a man who gave so much to the beautiful game, and whose legacy continues to inspire generations of footballers and fans alike. This image encapsulates the raw emotion and unity that can be found in football, even in the midst of fierce competition. It is a reminder that, despite the rivalries and passions that drive us, we are all united by our love for the game.
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