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Arsenal vs Tottenham: Mesut Ozil tracks back and fans can’t believe what they’re seeing

Gunners midfielder has often been criticised for his lack of defensive ability but shocked fans with his tackling in the North London derby

MESUT OZIL has often been slammed by Arsenal fans and pundits for his lack of defensive ability.

If the Gunners are losing and the German is on the pitch, it's a pretty safe bet someone is blaming him for not tracking back.

 Mesut Ozil has been praised for tracking back for Arsenal against Tottenham
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Mesut Ozil has been praised for tracking back for Arsenal against TottenhamCredit: AP:Associated Press

Obviously as a No10, defending is not really what you want Ozil to be known for.

But it seems the former Real Madrid man has learnt from his previous lacklustre performances.

Fans on Twitter could not believe their eyes when Ozil was seen SPRINTING back to help out his team-mates before being subbed in the 84th minute.

Here are some of the best reactions to what some pundits never thought they would see with Arsenal two goals to the good at the Emirates

 Mesut Ozil has been spotted tracking back, leaving many fans in shock
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Mesut Ozil has been spotted tracking back, leaving many fans in shockCredit: AP:Associated Press


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