The most intense North London derby witnessed bricks thrown at Arsenal players in shocking scenes
This article contains affiliate links, and we will receive a commission from any sales made through them. Arsenal clinched the Premier League title at White Hart Lane in 2004, which led to chaotic scenes both on and off the pitch. The team coach was pelted with bricks by furious Tottenham supporters after the Gunners were crowned champions at the home of their arch rivals. Despite making a flying start and taking a two-goal lead, Arsenal had to settle for a draw after Tottenham scored two late goals.
Amid the celebrations, a brick thrown by a Tottenham fan narrowly missed hitting Arsenal’s bus as they were leaving the stadium. Despite Arsene Wenger’s request not to celebrate, the Arsenal players took the opportunity to rub their success in the faces of their rivals. Thierry Henry initially planned not to celebrate due to fears of creating chaos, but changed his mind when he saw a Tottenham player celebrating their late equaliser. Henry explained that he felt compelled to celebrate given the actions of the Tottenham players.
The rivalry between the two clubs has continued, with Arsenal still maintaining their hopes of breaking Tottenham’s long-standing record of not winning the English top-flight title since 1961.
