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Arsenal: catch a match for some entertaining footwork
A sporting capital London is well-serviced for sport all year round, so make sure you get your fill while here. It’s best to plan ahead, though, as tickets sell out quickly WORDS TOM STURROCK
Whatever game you’re into, you’ll find it in London, but throughout the year, there are a handful of main events which attract the spotlight. Flick to the back pages, choose a team or player to support and make sure you’re in the stands when the action starts.
FOOTBALL Given the saturation coverage, there’s no point trying to avoid football, so embrace the national obsession. Head to Wembley to watch England – be warned, though, the swing from unrealistic optimism to wristslashing pessimism may cause whiplash. Failing that, adopt one of London’s five Premier League teams. ARSENAL The Gunners pride themselves on playing snazzy, 60
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entertaining football, but their fans have been frustrated by their long-running trophy drought. Back in the early years of this century, Arsenal were one of the powerhouses, but it’s been slim pickings of late. They’re based at Emirates Stadium. Tickets are hard to come by. Call 0844 277 3625 or see arsenal.com. CHELSEA Roman Abramovich runs the club like he’s playing Fantasy Football Manager, splashing the cash on whichever players he fancies, and chopping and changing coaches on a whim. Chelsea have had a fair bit of success since Abramovich showed up in 2003, but many find his plutocratic approach unpalatable. Call 0870 300 2322 for tickets or check out chelseafc.co.uk.