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North London Derby Showdown: Arsenal vs Tottenham

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Arsenal Vs Tottenham
Spurs seek to dend Gunners' streak

The North London derby is heating up, with Arsenal looking to maintain their winning streak against Tottenham. Arsenal has a strong track record against Spurs, winning five of their last six league meetings and drawing one...


The Gunners have won the last three fixtures against Tottenham, marking their longest winning run against their rivals since the 1980s...


Arsenal is all about maintaining their winning streak, and the North London derby against Tottenham is a crucial test. As league leaders, they're focused on staying ahead, and Manchester City's performance won't distract them from their goal.


Tottenham, on the other hand, has a tough task ahead. Their manager, Thomas Frank, is looking to create “organized chaos” to disrupt Arsenal's efficient game. Spurs have been impressive away from home, but they've struggled at the Emirates Stadium, with their last Premier League win there dating back 15 years.


Frank is confident in his team's abilities, citing their strong away form and impressive set-piece strategy. With key players like Randal Kolo Muani, Archie Gray, and Lucas Bergvall available, Spurs are looking to exploit Arsenal's weaknesses and secure a vital win.


Arsenal's North London Derby Dominance

Arsenal is coming into the North London derby with confidence, having won five and drawn one of their last six Premier League meetings against Tottenham. During this streak, they've scored 13 goals and conceded only six.


The Gunners have won the last three fixtures against Tottenham, marking their longest winning run against their rivals since the 1980s. This impressive record suggests Mikel Arteta's team is well-prepared to take on their arch-rivals.


Arsenal has a strong track record against Tottenham, winning five of their last six league meetings and drawing one, with a impressive 13 goals scored and only six conceded. Their last three fixtures have all gone the Gunners' way, marking their longest winning run against Tottenham since the 1980s.




At home, Arsenal's dominance is even more pronounced, having lost only one of their last 32 league games to Tottenham (3-2 in 2010). In fact, they've scored in every one of their last 26 EPL home matches against Spurs, setting a record for the longest home scoring streak against a single opponent.


Arsenal's scoring record against Spurs at the Emirates Stadium is impressive, with at least two goals in each of their last eight matches. If they score at least twice again, they'll equal their record for scoring at least twice in successive games against the same opponent, set against Leicester from 1997-2016.


Spurs' Mixed Form Ahead of North London Derby

Tottenham has had a player score an own goal in four of the last five North London derbies, which might give Arsenal an edge. However, under Thomas Frank, Spurs have been better away from home this season, which could help them put a dent in Arsenal's hopes of keeping their distance at the top of the table.




Meanwhile, Arsenal is flying high, unbeaten in 14 matches in all competitions. This impressive streak puts pressure on Spurs to perform exceptionally well if they want to challenge the Gunners' lead.


Arsenal's defense has been phenomenal this season, conceding just five goals in 11 Premier League games. They've faced 20 fewer shots than any other team and 10 fewer on target, making it tough for opponents to break them down.


Thomas Frank might opt for a defensive strategy, inviting Arsenal to attack before hitting them on the break. This approach could catch the Gunners off guard, but it requires precision and patience from Spurs.


Spurs have experience playing a defensive strategy, having used a back five against Paris Saint-Germain in the UEFA Super Cup. They sat back, soaked up pressure, and frustrated their opponents, almost winning the game as a result. This approach could be on the cards again against Arsenal.


Arsenal's Injury Concerns

Arsenal is facing a tough challenge ahead of the North London derby, with several key players out of action. Gabriel Magalhaes, Gabriel Jesus, and Kai Havertz are already sidelined, while Martin Odegaard, Noni Madueke, Riccardo Calafiori, Gabriel Martinelli, and Viktor Gyokeres are uncertain for the match.


Gabriel's absence will be deeply felt, given his impressive run of games and importance to the team. The Brazilian defender had been in top form, and his thigh injury is a significant blow for Arsenal.


Gabriel's absence will have a significant impact on Arsenal's performance, given his importance to the team. When he's in the starting lineup, Arsenal have a strong win record of 61.5%, which drops to 40% without him.




He's also a key threat at set pieces, an area where Arsenal has become dominant this season. A massive 50% of their goals have come from set-pieces, excluding penalties, with 10 goals, the most in the top-flight.


Tottenham's impressive form this season has flown under the radar, with 19 Premier League goals already, placing them third in the league for set-piece goals with six. Only Arsenal (20), Chelsea (23), and Manchester City (23) have scored more goals than Spurs this season. Thomas Frank's team has been solid away from home, taking 13 points from 15, and they're looking to extend their unbeaten run on the road.


Mo Kudus is a big miss for Spurs, having created 15 chances in league play, the most for his team this season. He's also taken 17 shots, second only to Richarlison's 19. His absence will be felt, given his impact on Spurs' attacking play.






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