Best Premier League era North London XI, featuring Arsenal legends, Tottenham goal machine & controversial figure
It’s almost time for the North London Derby as Arsenal host Tottenham at the Emirates Stadium this afternoon.
This is one of the Premier League’s most anticipated fixtures as there always seem to be fireworks when these two meet, while many of the best players of the modern era in English football have represented these clubs.
Of course, it won’t be easy to get fans to agree on a best XI, but here’s our effort below – let us know what you think in the comments!
David Seaman
One of the finest goalkeepers in Premier League history, David Seaman was a great servant for both Arsenal and England for many years, making over 800 appearances in his career as a whole, and winning three league titles and four FA Cups with the Gunners.
Kyle Walker
One of the best right-backs we’ve had in English football, Kyle Walker started out at Tottenham and established himself as a star player there before continuing to shine as a Manchester City player.
Ashley Cole
Although he soured his reputation with Arsenal fans for joining rivals Chelsea, Ashley Cole is undoubtedly still one of the Gunners’ best-ever players, forming a key part of that famous Invincibles side before continuing to enjoy a great career in the Premier League when he moved to Stamford Bridge.
Sol Campbell
One of the few players to represent both north London clubs, Sol Campbell stunned the footballing world when he left Spurs at the end of his contract and made the short move to Highbury. He went on to become another member of that legendary Invincibles side, and remains one of the very finest centre-backs of the modern era.
Ledley King
Arguably one of the most underrated players in Premier League history, Ledley King could have been an even greater servant to Tottenham and England had
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