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Arsenal celebrate 26 years since Super Eagles legend Nwankwo Kanu’s unforgettable solo goal against Tottenham in the 1999 North London Derby.
Arsenal have taken to social media to commemorate one of the most iconic moments in North London Derby history, celebrating 26 years since Super Eagles legend Nwankwo Kanu produced a moment of brilliance against Tottenham Hotspur.
On this day in 1999, Kanu wrote his name into Arsenal and North London derby folklore with a dazzling solo effort at White Hart Lane.
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With the Gunners holding a narrow lead late in the game, the Nigerian striker collected the ball on the edge of the area, flicked it audaciously over Spurs defender Luke Young, and unleashed an unstoppable shot past goalkeeper Ian Walker to seal a vital 3-1 victory for Arsenal.
Arsenal’s official X (formerly Twitter) account shared the clip with the caption: “Kanu produced this piece of magic in the north London derby,” reminding fans of the Nigerian’s flair and composure under pressure.
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Kanu’s goal not only secured bragging rights for Arsenal fans but also demonstrated the unique skill set that made him a cult hero in North London.
His ability to bamboozle defenders with close control and improvisation was on full display, as he turned a tight situation into a memorable strike that is still talked about decades later.
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The 1999 derby goal was Kanu’s first against Tottenham in the Premier League, and it remains one of his most celebrated moments in an Arsenal shirt.
During his five-year spell with the club, Kanu won two Premier League titles and two FA Cups, but it was his knack for scoring spectacular goals-especially in big games-that endeared him to the Arsenal faithful.
Arsenal fans were not left out as they joined the club to relive this magical moment.
“This guy was phenomenally gifted,” one said, “Kanu was a baller, one of the greats back in the day,” another stated.
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Alongside his footballing achievements, Kanu is also remembered for his resilience, having overcome a serious heart defect early in his career, and for his philanthropic work through the Kanu Heart Foundation.
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