Arsenal fans are relishing a light-hearted moment courtesy of Tottenham’s new manager. Thomas Frank’s recent press conference included an accidental nod to Arsenal’s ‘Invincibles’. This fuels the North London rivalry as both teams gear up for the upcoming season.
Tottenham boss makes Arsenal ‘Invincibles’ gaffe
Thomas Frank, formerly of Brentford, took over as Tottenham’s head coach on July 18, 2025. His introductory press conference at Hotspur Way was meant to outline his plans for Spurs. However, an unintentional slip-up became the talking point.
While discussing the inevitability of losing games, Frank said something memorable. “One thing is 100 percent sure, we will lose football matches. I haven’t seen a team that is not losing any football matches. There is Arsenal…” he quipped. Then he caught himself, laughed, and added, “So I made my first rookie mistake there!”
This reference to Arsenal’s 2003/04 ‘Invincibles’ season, the Premier League‘s only unbeaten campaign, caused amusement. Social media lit up with fans reacting to the moment. The incident was widely reported.
Arsenal fans react to rivals’ manager’s slip-up
The accidental compliment underscores Arsenal’s historic dominance. It is a sensitive topic for Spurs fans, despite their recent Europa League success. Meanwhile, Arsenal supporters are enjoying this reminder of their club’s legacy. They prepare to face Tottenham in a pre-season friendly on July 26.
One X user, @TheTHFC, posted “Love to see it 😐.” Another, @Football_Arsena, joked about Frank’s “Forever a Gooner” tendencies. These reactions show how deeply the rivalry runs. The gaffe has only intensified the atmosphere ahead of the new season.
Arteta’s Arsenal ready to assert dominance
Frank’s mention of the ‘Invincibles’ highlights the challenge he faces. He must win over the Spurs squad and fanbase following Ange Postecoglou’s departure. Meanwhile, Mikel Arteta‘s Arsenal are looking strong after making additions like Viktor Gyokeres, Noni Madueke, and Cristhian Mosquera.
Arsenal are preparing for their pre-season tour of Asia. They expect another official announcement on Monday, as anticipation builds. They aim to demonstrate their superiority in North London. The “rookie mistake” from Frank has added extra spice to this rivalry.
The stage is now set for a thrilling season in North London. Arsenal will look to capitalize on this momentum. Spurs will try to prove Frank’s slip-up was just that. The rivalry continues to captivate football fans worldwide.
