Tower Bridge, Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, these world-famous buildings are the symbols of the whole of Great Britain, and they all belong to London without exception.

As the capital of the United Kingdom, London's unique character compared to other British cities is its rich history. Since the Romans founded the city in B.C., London has been closely linked to the fate of the entire British Isles.

London's most glorious moments undoubtedly came from the industrial revolution that changed the world, when towering chimneys replaced farm fences, when the roar of machinery replaced the silence of farmland, London, as the center of the empire on which the sun never sets, spread its influence to every corner of the world.

Along with this glorious era, modern football, a glorious sport that has swept the world, has also come into being.

Red and blue are the two most representative colors of English football, whether in Manchester or Merseyside, the collision of red and blue has interpreted the most beautiful chapter of British football.

As the heart of England, how can London be without the two bright colors of red and blue.

Arsenal and Chelsea don't have that-for-tat derby feel, but when you think of London football, the first thing that comes to mind is these two teams.

And today, the two teams meet for the first time in the new season.

Arsenal was founded by a group of workers at the Royal Arms Works, so the club's name is a direct use of the English word "arsenal", and the cannons and "gunslinger" monikers on the crest are logical.

Chapman's Arsenal started their own era in the thirties of the 20th century.

They won five league titles in a decade since their first league title in 1930-31 and three in a row in 1933-35.

In the first half of the 1996/97 season, Arsenal welcomed Arsène Wenger, the first foreign manager in the club's history.

THE FRENCH, WHOSE NAME IS SOMEWHAT SIMILAR TO THE TEAM, STARTED WITH A PHRASE "GOOD AFTERNOON" AND BROUGHT NEW GLORY TO ARSENAL.

Since then, Arsenal have entered the Arsene Wenger era.

In 1997/98, Arsene Wenger's first full season as manager, he led Arsenal to double the Premier League and FA Cup.

For the next three seasons, Arsenal finished runners-up in the Premier League every year, behind Manchester United.

In the 2001/02 season, Arsenal launched a counter-attack against Manchester United after three years of surrender. In this season, Arsene Wenger led the team to another double.

Last season, Arsenal were in good form in the league but were eventually overtaken by Manchester United. Even so, it still won the FA Cup.

However, the FA Cup title has not been the most valuable thing Arsenal have won this season. Over the course of the season, an unstable, tantrum youngster has grown into one of the most feared attackers in the Premier League. He's Thierry Henry!

Before they got close to the stadium, the streets were crowded with fans.

As a goalkeeper substitute for the Blues, Tang Wu had the privilege of seeing it all up close.

Outside the window, fans flocked to Chelsea buses like zombies, jumping and screaming with small flags and slapping at the cars. These home fans, who couldn't buy tickets, cheered for the Gunners in their own way.

“Ladies and gentlemen！ Welcome to Highbury! As the most jubilant player on the team, Mutu rushed to the driver and shouted as the bus was about to stop. Let's make a fuss here! ”

"Yo roar!" Mutu's recklessness really adjusted the atmosphere in the car, and the Blues were gearing up one by one, and it seemed that the terrified gunmen were no longer so terrifying!

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"Okay, I'm sorry, I, I didn't get a start." When adapting to the venue, Tang Wu quietly ran to the sidelines, looked at Zhou Hao in the stands and apologized.

Perhaps for Tang Wu, wanting to start this game is not to prove that he is stronger than Cudicini, nor to win a main goalkeeper at Chelsea, but more like a young boy who wants to stick to his irresponsible commitment to girls!

"It's okay, Brother Tang." Zhou Hao squatted down, and his outstretched hand only touched Tang Wu's head.

Just like petting a cat, Zhou Hao touched the top of Tang Wu's head, "After all, this kind of thing has to listen to the coach!" Brother Tang will come on in the future! ”

"Good!" Hearing Zhou's encouragement, Tang Wu's self-confidence burst again, "Okay, get off, I must start in the next game!" ”

"Well, then bless you in advance!" Zhou Hao showed two cute little pear vortexes, although he didn't believe Tang Wu's words, he still nodded in agreement.

Highbury Stadium is one of the most famous pitches in the Premier League, only slightly larger than the minimum size of a football stadium required by FIFA.

With its penalty spot just eleven metres from the goal line, it would be difficult for any goalkeeper to save a penalty in this stadium.

At 3 p.m. on October 18, 10 p.m. Beijing time, the 9th round of the English Premier League's London derby focused match started with a cheer from the fans.

On Arsenal's side, the suspended Patrick Vieira continues to be sidelined, and the Brazilian double midfielder Gilberto . Silva and Edu start. Ljungberg was unable to play due to injury, with Parlor leading the way as captain.

Up front, Wiltord and Henry used their pace to their advantage.

As soon as the game began, the Gunners frequently created killings in the front court.

In the second minute, Wiltord crossed from the left, and Henry, who couldn't get in, missed a good chance on the right side of the penalty area.

This is the second time Arsenal have attacked in the same way.

In the fifth minute, Johansen was fouled for handball at the back and the Gunners were awarded a free-kick in front.

Under the expectant gaze of Will and the rest of the fans, Edu struck the outside of his left foot from 23 yards and the ball hit team-mate Parloer's calf and deflected into the net.

The Brazilian has scored in two consecutive games and was Arsenal's 700th goal in the team's Premier League history.

The Blues fought back and didn't keep the Gunners complacent for long.

In the 8th minute of the game, Crespo, who has been in good form recently, received a wonderful pass from Gremi in front. The Argentine's rare lateral dribble broke away from Tour's defence and blasted a right-footed shot from 25 yards out. The ball arcs through the air and drills into the net from the top right corner of the goal.

In less than 10 minutes, the two sides played to a 1-1 draw.

The two goals greatly stimulated the fans of both sides, and not a single fan sat in the stands of more than 30,000 people. They all stood up and cheered for the players on both sides.

In the 16th minute, Bridge crossed from the left, and Mutu rubbed it lightly in front of the goal from 6 yards in the middle of the penalty area, and the goalkeeper Lehmann who had no strength confiscated it.

In the 26th minute, Thierry Henry dribbled away from Makelele in midfield and dodged a tackle by central defender Hut, rushed to the top of the arc and stabbed his foot, which was interfered with by Melchiott, who arrived in time.

In the 28th minute, Frank Lampard fired a right-footed shot from 22 yards out, but the angled ball was again confiscated by Lehmann from just outside the goal line.

In the 35th minute, Arsenal took a free-kick from the left, Edu fell to the ground with his left foot in a scuffle near the penalty spot in the box, and Cudicini was smart enough to save the ball.

In the 39th minute, Chelsea reversed the ball in front of the pitch and Mutu forced a shot wide.

In the 46th minute, Lauren's precise cross from the right flank was flicked by Henry's unsuccessful header from 10 yards in front of the goal, although it bypassed Cudicini's ten fingers, but it was also deflected wide of the goal.

Seeing the score almost stretched, Chelsea breathed a sigh of relief.

Although the first half was played by both sides, it was still played out in the Chelsea half. The Gunners' fearsome attacking power threatens the Chelsea goal at every turn.

In the 54th minute, Gilberto. Silva fired a powerful shot from 25 yards and the ball was right in the hands of Cudicini. In the 57th minute, Arsenal won a corner kick, Pires received the ball from outside the box and shot, and the ball was again confiscated by Cudicini.

Including this time, Cudicini has made six good saves in this game, while Lehmann has also made five.

Arsenal have the advantage in attack, but they are always lacking in lethal threats.

In the 65th minute, Arsene Wenger brought on Bergkamp and Kanu to strengthen the attack.

In the 72nd minute, Arsenal missed golden opportunities one after another. Silva played the ball to Thierry Henry on the left side of the box, who turned and controlled the ball eight yards in front of the penalty area, and the final shot was blocked by Cudicini.

Pires then took a corner from the right, and Kanu hit the right post with a 7-dock ball in front of goal.

After the crisis was resolved, Cudicini roared on the ground, as if questioning why the penalty area was so small and his own defenders were so few.

"Worthy of Cudicini, he has made 7 classic saves in this game!" Richards was tally tally next to Lajelli, his words full of admiration for the Italian goalkeeper.

With so many thrilling saves, Rajelli was also pleased with Cudicini's performance. But somehow, I always feel a little bit worse. As for the difference, it is not clear for a while.

Just when the two were whispering on the sidelines, an accident happened!

In the 76th minute, during a counter-attack by Arsenal, Pire crossed from the right.

Cudicini, who struck in time, fell to his knees and stretched out his hands. However, the cunning ball slipped between his legs under the gaze of the 3W man.

Just then, a red figure flashed quickly, caught up with the rolling ball and nudged it into the Chelsea net again.

When people reacted, the big boy in the number 14 jersey was soaring through the air with his arms outstretched.

“GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOAL！” The home commentators were screaming out of their throats.

With a "hula", all the Arsenal players, including Arsene Wenger, rushed forward and cheered.

Henry raised his hands and looked at the sky at a 45-degree angle, surrounded by his teammates and others.

Like an invincible monarch, accept the worship of his subjects.

On the bench at Chelsea, Tang Wu also involuntarily stood up and looked through the crowd.

The scene of Henry's domination of the world, even twenty years later, is still deeply imprinted in Tang Wu's heart.

"The King of Highbury?" Tang Wu clenched his fists, only to feel that every cell in his body was hot. An extremely strong desire ignited in Tang Wu's brain with a "Teng" sound. A trace of sweat squeezed out from the fingers of the latex gloves.

"One day I will let the sharpest spear in the Premier League blow my head and bleed and go home!"