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Arsenal 1-0 Norwich
by Layth Yousif
at Ashburton Grove

YOU COULD tell it was going to be a special day when walking the Tollington pub before kick-off.

The renowned pre-match haunt for loyal Arsenal supporters on the Hornsey Road was packed out, with Gooners in good voice, after watching their bitter rivals Spurs trounced by Crystal Palace led by a Gunners legend.

“Vieira” they chanted loudly, to the delight of everyone. It was also instructive to see the pub full of loyal supporters inside and outside.

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