Spurs report Arsenal fan after derby incident

Tottenham boss Harry Redknapp has raised more questions about the behaviour of Arsenal fans surrounding the dugout at Emirates Stadium after revealing he was abused by a supporter.

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Harry Redknapp just moments after being abused by an Arsenal fan

There has been controversy in the past about security for visiting substitutes and staff in that area of the stadium and Sir Alex Ferguson previously suggested "you need tin helmets" at Arsenal because the design is too open.

And, during their 3-0 defeat at the ground on Saturday, Spurs reported a fan to stewards after Redknapp claimed he had to endure a verbal attack.

"He was swearing and there were little kids standing there," he said. "I don't understand why people do that. I just asked if he could behave himself and act like a proper human being."

Arsenal won the game thanks to quick-fire goals from Robin van Persie and Cesc Fabregas shortly before half-time and a second from Van Persie on the hour. Spurs were guilty of several defensive errors during the game, and Redknapp admits his players only have themselves to blame.

"We committed suicide really and it cost us," he said. "It was Sunday-morning stuff. You see that play on the park. All three goals were scandalous."

Despite losing to Manchester United, Chelsea, Stoke and now Arsenal in recent weeks, Redknapp is convinced his side still have what it takes to compete with the league's best.

"There is no gap between the clubs in my opinion," he said. "I think two mistakes turned the game upside down. We've got 19 points and we'll still be right up there at the end of the season."