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Haringey footballer preparing to run London Marathon

Yesterday, 17:00 George Sessions
Haringey Borough players applaud the fans at Coles Park (pic: George Phillipou/TGS Photo).

Coby Rowe will complete the 26.2 mile course to raise money and awareness for JDRF

Exclusive Hector Bellerin injury ‘big blow’ for Arsenal but Ainsley Maitland-Niles can step up says former Gunner Viv Anderson

Yesterday, 16:00 EXCLUSIVE by Layth Yousif
Arsenal's Hector Bellerin fouls Chelsea's Eden Hazard leading to a penalty (pic Adam Davy/PA)

EXCLUSIVE: Former Arsenal, Manchester United and England right-back Viv Anderson has been speaking exclusively to the Islington Gazette’s Gunners reporter Layth Yousif. Read on for what his take on the injury to Hector Bellerin and see our website all this week for much more from the popular Viv – who is taking part in Prostate Cancer UK’s ride to Amsterdam this summer.

More goals will make Tottenham boy Winks ‘top, top player’

Yesterday, 15:00 George Sessions
Real Madrid's Luka Modric (right) and Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Winks (left) battle for the ball (pic: Mike Egerton/PA Images).

The Spurs academy graduate is trying to improve his scoring tally, but he is already one of the best young midfielders in the country

Skolars enjoy run-out against Super League champions Wigan

Yesterday, 13:00 Andrew Jackson at the HAC
The latest news from the local rugby league scene (pic: Dave Howarth/PA)

Pre-season friendly: London Skolars 6 Wigan Warriors 34

New Arsenal confirm defender Hector Bellerin out for ‘six to nine months’ after rupturing anterior cruciate ligament

Yesterday, 11:55 Layth Yousif
Arsenal's Hector Bellerin and Leicester City's Ben Chilwell battle for the ball during the Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium, London.

Arsenal have confirmed Hector Bellerin will miss the rest of the season after rupturing the anterior cruciate ligement in his left knee during the 2-0 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates.

Spurs Ladies head coach Amoros pleased with start to 2019

Yesterday, 11:00 Rosie Bonass
Rianna Dean celebrates scoring for Tottenham Hotspur Ladies against Lewes Women with Sarah Wiltshire (pic: Wu's Photography).

The Spaniard praised the effort of the team following two wins from two

Adams to face WBO champion Mucino in March

Yesterday, 10:00
Former Haringey Police amateur Nicola Adams (pic: Nick Potts/PA)

The latest boxing news from Camden and Haringey

One thing we have is belief, says Tottenham manager

Mon, 15:30 George Sessions
Fulham's Calum Chambers (left) and Tottenham Hotspur's Fernando Llorente battle for the ball during the Premier League match at Craven Cottage (pic: Adam Davy/PA Images).

The Argentinian talked about Spurs’ philosophy as a club after another London derby win

New Arsenal court Gunners hero Marc Overmars for new role of technical director after Sven Mislintat announces departure date

Mon, 13:58 Layth Yousif
Arsenal goal-scorers Marc Overmars (left) and Nicolas Anelka celebrate with the cup after victory over Newcastle United in the 1998 FA Cup Final at Wembley. Photo by Sean Dempsey/PA

With Arsenal head of recruitment Sven Mislintat set to leave the club next month speculation is rising former Gunners hero Marc Overmars is being courted by the club.

New Arsenal head of recruitment Sven Mislintat to leave

Mon, 13:16 Layth Yousif
Sven Mislintat is to leave Arsenal. CREDIT: ARSENAL FC

Sven Mislintat, Arsenal’s head of recruitment is to leave the club on February 8.

Itoje stars as Saracens end group campaign with superb success at home to Glasgow

Mon, 13:00 PA Sport
Saracens' Maro Itoje is tackled by Glasgow Warriors' Jonny Gray and Ryan Wilson (pic: David Davies/PA)

England international was in fine form for north Londoners at the weekend

Fulham boss Ranieri left shaking after Tottenham defeat

Mon, 11:30 George Sessions
Fulham's Ryan Babel (left) and Tottenham Hotspur's Toby Alderweireld battle for the ball during the Premier League match at Craven Cottage (pic: Adam Davy/PA Images).

The Italian was disheartened by Spurs’ stoppage time goal, but still believes his side can avoid relegation

Wingate begin life after Little with another defeat

Mon, 09:30 George Sessions
Glen Little looks on from the touchline at Wingate & Finchley (pic: Martin Addison).

Bostik Premier: Lewes 4 Wingate & Finchley 2

Pochettino happy with three points, but admits Dele’s injury ‘doesn’t look great’

Sunday, January 20, 2019 George Sessions
Tottenham Hotspur's Dele Alli celebrates scoring his side's first goal of the game during the Premier League match against Fulham at Craven Cottage (pic: Adam Davy/PA Images).

The Spurs boss revealed his delight at Harry Winks’ brilliant late winner away to Fulham

New Arsenal boss Unai Emery hails Gunners fans after outplaying Chelsea

Sunday, January 20, 2019 Layth Yousif
Arsenal manager Unai Emery

Arsenal boss Unai Emery has praised Gunners fans for their unstinting support after his side outplayed London rivals Chelsea.

Kane-less Spurs see off Fulham thanks to another Harry

Sunday, January 20, 2019 George Sessions at Craven Cottage
Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Winks (second, left) scores his side's second goal of the game during the Premier League match against Fulham at Craven Cottage (pic: Adam Davy/PA Images).

Premier League: Fulham 1 Tottenham Hotspur 2

New Arsenal goalscorers Alex Lacazette and Laurent Koscielny speak after outplaying Chelsea

Saturday, January 19, 2019 Layth Yousif at the Emirates
Chelsea's Mateo Kovacic (left) and Arsenal's Alexandre Lacazette (right) battle for the ball. PA

Arsenal captain, leader and legend Laurent Koscielny has been speaking after leading his side to a comprehensive 2-0 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates on Saturday evening. Read on for what he said.

FOOTBALL

Haringey footballer preparing to run London Marathon

Yesterday, 17:00 George Sessions
Haringey Borough players applaud the fans at Coles Park (pic: George Phillipou/TGS Photo).

Coby Rowe will complete the 26.2 mile course to raise money and awareness for JDRF

Exclusive Hector Bellerin injury ‘big blow’ for Arsenal but Ainsley Maitland-Niles can step up says former Gunner Viv Anderson

Yesterday, 16:00 EXCLUSIVE by Layth Yousif
Arsenal's Hector Bellerin fouls Chelsea's Eden Hazard leading to a penalty (pic Adam Davy/PA)

EXCLUSIVE: Former Arsenal, Manchester United and England right-back Viv Anderson has been speaking exclusively to the Islington Gazette’s Gunners reporter Layth Yousif. Read on for what his take on the injury to Hector Bellerin and see our website all this week for much more from the popular Viv – who is taking part in Prostate Cancer UK’s ride to Amsterdam this summer.

More goals will make Tottenham boy Winks ‘top, top player’

Yesterday, 15:00 George Sessions
Real Madrid's Luka Modric (right) and Tottenham Hotspur's Harry Winks (left) battle for the ball (pic: Mike Egerton/PA Images).

The Spurs academy graduate is trying to improve his scoring tally, but he is already one of the best young midfielders in the country

New Arsenal confirm defender Hector Bellerin out for ‘six to nine months’ after rupturing anterior cruciate ligament

Yesterday, 11:55 Layth Yousif
Arsenal's Hector Bellerin and Leicester City's Ben Chilwell battle for the ball during the Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium, London.

Arsenal have confirmed Hector Bellerin will miss the rest of the season after rupturing the anterior cruciate ligement in his left knee during the 2-0 victory over Chelsea at the Emirates.

Spurs Ladies head coach Amoros pleased with start to 2019

Yesterday, 11:00 Rosie Bonass
Rianna Dean celebrates scoring for Tottenham Hotspur Ladies against Lewes Women with Sarah Wiltshire (pic: Wu's Photography).

The Spaniard praised the effort of the team following two wins from two

Cricket

New CRICKET: Lord’s capacity to rise to 31,000 after £50m redevelopment plans given green light

Wednesday, January 16, 2019 Layth Yousif
The Lord's Media Centre overlooks the Compton and Edrich Stands. CREDIT @laythy29

Lord’s Cricket Ground’s capacity will increase to 31,000 after planning permission has been granted for work on the Compton and Edrich stands.

New Middlesex CCC: New head coach Stuart Law issues rallying cry for success as he says: ‘I want to add steel to our skill’

Wednesday, January 16, 2019 Layth Yousif at Lord’s
Stuart Law at Lord's during his first conference as Middlesex CCC's new head coach. CREDIT MIDDLESEX CRICKET

Stuart Law has been speaking to the Islington Gazette after being appointed Middlesex County Cricket Club head coach. Read on for what he told cricket reporter Layth Yousif.

Plans approved for new Compton and Edrich stands at Lord’s Cricket Ground

Wednesday, January 16, 2019 Sam Volpe and Harry Taylor
How the new stands at the Lord's Cricket Ground will look, if the application is passed by Westminster City Council. Picture: Marylebone Cricket Club

The Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) is celebrating as £50million plans for two new stands at Lord’s have been approved.

New CRICKET: Middlesex CCC award captain and loyal servant Dawid Malan a testimonial as the highly-respected batsman signs new long term deal

Monday, January 14, 2019 Layth Yousif
Middlesex's Dawid Malan (pic John Walton/PA)

Middlesex CCC have awarded captain Dawid Malan a testimonial as the club captain signs a new long-term contract.

Highgate selected as Middlesex’s 2019 NatWest Cricketforce Showcase club

Tuesday, January 8, 2019 George Sessions
Local children play on Highgate CC's pitch (pic: Michael Clarke/Highgate CC)

Johan de Silva revealed his happiness at seeing the Shepherd’s Cot club come through a competitive application process

Rugby

Skolars enjoy run-out against Super League champions Wigan

Yesterday, 13:00 Andrew Jackson at the HAC
The latest news from the local rugby league scene (pic: Dave Howarth/PA)

Pre-season friendly: London Skolars 6 Wigan Warriors 34

Itoje stars as Saracens end group campaign with superb success at home to Glasgow

Mon, 13:00 PA Sport
Saracens' Maro Itoje is tackled by Glasgow Warriors' Jonny Gray and Ryan Wilson (pic: David Davies/PA)

England international was in fine form for north Londoners at the weekend

Saracens complete perfect European pool campaign with victory over Glasgow

Saturday, January 19, 2019 Duncan Bech at Allianz Park
Saracens Billy Vunipola scores their third try against Glasgow Warriors (pic: David Davies/PA)

Heineken Champions Cup Pool Three: Saracnes 38 Glasgow Warriors 19

Saracens aim to secure top seeding with a win

Friday, January 18, 2019 Ned Keating
Nick Tompkins scored two tries for Saracens in Lyon last weekend (pic: Steven Paston/PA)

North Londoners won 28-10 in Lyon last weekend

Hampstead’s unbeaten run ends in ragged derby defeat to Hackney

Thursday, January 17, 2019 Jacob Ranson
Hampstead rugby team pose for the camera (Pic: Jon Boyle)

An out-of-sorts Hampstead slumped to a 43-27 home defeat on Saturday, in a derby match against Hackney that served as a reality check following a five-match unbeaten run.

Other Sport

Adams to face WBO champion Mucino in March

Yesterday, 10:00
Former Haringey Police amateur Nicola Adams (pic: Nick Potts/PA)

The latest boxing news from Camden and Haringey

Celebrities turn out in force to watch action-packed NBA London 2019 game at the O2

Friday, January 18, 2019 Jacob Ranson
(From left to right) Hector Bellerin, Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang and Alexandre Lacazette in the crowd during the NBA London Game 2019 at the O2 Arena, London (Pic: Simon Cooper/PA)

It’s true what they say it’s not over until the last whistle, which would be the best way to describe the NBA 2019 London Game.

East London runners join Regents Park 10K

Friday, January 18, 2019 Muhammad Ismael
East London Runners at Regents Park (Pic: Muhammad Ismael)

The Mornington Chasers started the new year as they finished - Running full pelt in pursuit of PBs and medals.

Sport stars and celebrities assemble for the NBA London game at the O2

Thursday, January 17, 2019 Jacob Ranson
Comedian Michael McIntyre at the NBA London match (Pic: David M.Benett)

A-list celebrities gathered at the O2 tonight for the NBA London Game 2019 presented by Norwegian as Washington Wizards faced the New York Knicks in the ninth annual regular-season fixture to be played in the capital.

Washington Wizards coach Brooks says Knicks will not have home advantage

Thursday, January 17, 2019 Jacob Ranson
The Washington Wizards pose for a team portrait as part of the 2019 NBA London Global Game at Potters Field Park (Pic: Ned Dishman)

Washington Wizards coach Scott Brooks says neither side have no home advantage in the NBA London match - despite the New York Knicks having played in London before.

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