Lukas Podolski sends confident claim as Arsenal beat Tottenham in north London derby win

Former Arsenal striker Lukas Podolski sent a bold message on social media after the Gunners defeated Tottenham Hotspur in the north London derby on Sunday, April 28.

Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg's own goal (15') broke the deadlock at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. Goals from Bukayo Saka (27') and Kai Havertz (38') made it 3-0 for the Gunners.

Despite having a handsome lead before half-time, Mikel Arteta's side had to survive a late scare. Cuti Romero (64') and Heung Min Son (87' P) pulled two back for the home side. The league leaders clung on to the advantage and came away with crucial three points.

Podolski took to social media after the game and showed support for his former side, writing:

"#Londonisred. #COYG"

Arsenal remain atop the league table, courtesy of their win. They currently have 80 points on the board from 35 matches. Manchester City (currently winning 1-0 against Nottingham Forest) are second with 79 points from 34 matches.

Spurs, meanwhile, are currently sixth with 60 points from 33 matches. Ange Postecoglu's team have now lost back-to-back matches, having been defeated by Newcastle United (4-0) in their previous game before the derby.

A look at Lukas Podolski's Arsenal career

Arsenal signed Lukas Podolski from Bundesliga side Koln for a reported €13 million in 2012. The 2014 FIFA World Cup winner made 82 appearances for the Gunners, scoring 31 goals and providing 16 assists.

Podolski played three games against Spurs during his time at north London, winning twice and losing one. He scored once and provided one assist in the north London derby.

The German legend, now 38, currently plays for Polish club Gornik Zabrze. He has scored three goals and has provided four assists in 23 appearances this term. In his prime, Podolski was a lethal forward and possessed a thunderous strike in his stronger left foot.

​