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Robin van Persie
Robin van Persie (Arsenal) is fouled for the 2nd penalty Jermaine Jenas and Ledley King (Tottenham). Arsenal 3:1 Tottenham Hotspur. FA Premiership. Emirates Stadium, London, 2/12/06. Credit: Arsenal Football Club / David Price
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great photograph capturing a pivotal moment in the 2006-07 FA Premiership match between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium, London. The image features Robin van Persie (#17) of Arsenal being fouled by Jermaine Jenas (#5) and Ledley King (#4) of Tottenham. The penalty call, the second one against Tottenham in the game, led to Arsenal scoring and increasing their lead over their North London rivals. Van Persie, then a promising young striker, was known for his agility, technical ability, and clinical finishing. In this instance, he was making a run towards the Tottenham goal when he was brought down by Jenas and King in a desperate attempt to prevent him from scoring. The referee, recognizing the foul, pointed to the penalty spot, giving Arsenal a crucial opportunity to extend their lead. The Arsenal team, under the management of Arsène Wenger, was in the midst of a successful season, with this match being a significant victory against their arch-rivals. The team's dominance was evident in the way they controlled the game, with Van Persie being a key player in their attack. The photograph is a testament to the intensity and passion of the North London Derby, a fixture that is always hotly contested between these two teams. The image also highlights the importance of set-piece situations, like penalties, in determining the outcome of high-stakes football matches. Overall, this photograph is a great representation of the drama and excitement of professional football, with Van Persie's determination and the controversial foul by Jenas and King being the focus of the image.
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