'My first love' - Leah Williamson revels in north London derby bragging rights as Arsenal run riot against Tottenham in WSL showdown

Leah Williamson heralded Arsenal as her "first love" as she celebrated 250 appearances with a 5-0 win over Tottenham in the WSL on Sunday.

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WHAT HAPPENED?
A presentation was made to Williamson before the thumping victory to celebrate the milestone. The Gunners then went on to do the business in front of a packed Emirates crowd, seeing off their north London rivals in convincing fashion.

THE BIGGER PICTURE
Williamson is a one-club player, making her debut for Arsenal when she was aged 17 in 2014 and remaining with the club ever since, winning the 2018-19 WSL as well as two FA Cups and two League Cups. And she celebrated a memorable day in superb style, her side convincingly seeing off Tottenham with two goals before the break and three more after it.
WHAT WILLIAMSON SAID
Williamson wrote on Instagram: "If we don't celebrate the moments then what is it al for... My childhood club, my first love, The Arsenal. I love playing in red and white"

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WHAT NEXT FOR WILLIAMSON AND ARSENAL?
Arsenal are still technically in the hunt for the WSL title, though Chelsea lead the pack by seven points and look formidable on 13 wins and one draw from their 14 matches. The Gunners are in the quarter-finals of the FA Cup and Champions League, with Williamson aiming to chip away at the appearances required to reach 300 between now and the end of the season.

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