Jorginho reacts to ‘painful mistake’ in north London derby

• Jorginho reacts to “painful mistake” in 2-2 thriller at Emirates Stadium that allowed Son Heung-min and Spurs to tie the game.

After his “painful mistake” in the recent North London derby, Jorginho expressed gratitude for the support of Arsenal fans.

During the match at Emirates Stadium, Arsenal twice took the lead against their fierce rivals Tottenham, with goals from Bukayo Saka, who initially forced Cristian Romero’s own goal and then scored from the penalty spot. However, the game ended in a dramatic 2-2 draw.

Spurs’ Son Heung-min also scored two goals, with Jorginho providing an assist for his second goal. Just moments after Saka’s 12-yard goal, the Italian international hesitated on the ball in the centre of the field, allowing James Maddison to dispose of him and set up Son for a second equalizer.

Jorginho took to Instagram to acknowledge the fans who were chanting his name instead of berating him, acknowledging that his mistake may have cost Arsenal two crucial points.

“A painful mistake today, but seeing how everyone reacted after my mistake to support and lift me up, my team-mates, coaches, staff and you Arsenal fans. It gives me even more motivation to work harder and harder, because all of you deserve the best version of myself. Thank you so much for the support Arsenal family.”

 

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Arsenal has six games remaining in the Premier League this season and has accrued 14 points out of a possible 18. They will next be in action on Wednesday when they take on Brentford in the third round of the Carabao Cup.