VIDEO: Pape Matar Sarr, take a bow! Tottenham star lobs David Raya to score incredible goal from just outside centre circle as Arsenal stunned in pre-season derby clash

Pape Matar Sarr stole the show in Hong Kong for Tottenham Hotspur, with a sensational goal from just outside the centre circle, lobbing David Raya to give Thomas Frank's side a 1-0 win over Arsenal in a fiery pre-season North London derby. The midfielder’s moment of magic left the Gunners stunned and proved decisive in settling the clash.

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VIDEO: Pape Matar Sarr, take a bow! Tottenham star lobs David Raya to score incredible goal from just outside centre circle as Arsenal stunned in pre-season derby clashVIDEO: Pape Matar Sarr, take a bow! Tottenham star lobs David Raya to score incredible goal from just outside centre circle as Arsenal stunned in pre-season derby clash

Sarr opened the scoring for Tottenham just before the half-time break after intercepting a loose ball in midfield. Spotting Arsenal keeper Raya well off his line, the midfielder executed a brilliant lob from distance that sailed into the net. Despite protests from Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice over a potential foul in the buildup, the goal stood for the international.

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Sarr’s goal proved to be the match-winner as Tottenham held on to secure a 1-0 victory. It was a timely boost for Thomas Frank’s side ahead of the new season as they prepare for the and the . This was just Spurs’ second win of the pre-season in four games as they drew against Wanderers and Luton Town.

Tottenham will hope to carry this confidence into their Premier League opener. Arsenal, on the other hand, must address their tactical lapses before the competitive season begins. Both teams now shift their focus to fine-tuning final preparations for the 2025/26 season.