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Desperately looking for a lift, the Gunners will hope to find that against their fiercest rivals when both teams face off at the Emirates on Wednesday night. Here are predictions, team news, betting tips, and possible line-ups for the game.
Arsenal are in dire need of a spirit-lifting win as they host Tottenham in a crucial north London derby on Wednesday.
Mikel Arteta’s side crashed out of the FA Cup to 10-man Manchester United and have their Carabao Cup hopes hanging by a thread following a 2-0 defeat to Newcastle in the first leg.
The Gunners are struggling in front of goal despite creating clear-cut chances, and with little margin for error in the Premier League title race, this clash is pivotal for the hosts.
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Tottenham, on the other hand, are looking to build on their impressive Carabao Cup victory over Liverpool, though consistency has been the biggest issue for Ange Postecoglou’s side.
Arsenal vs Tottenham Head to Head
The Gunners have dominated this fixture in recent years, winning six of their last eight league games against Spurs.
The hosts are also looking to win three straight league games against the visitors for the first time since 1989 when they won five on the bounce.
Spurs are winless in their last 13 away PL games against Arsenal and have won just two of their last 31 (12D, 18L).
Arsenal vs Tottenham Team News and Possible Lineups
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The Gunners injury crisis continues to deepen after Gabriel Jesus was stretchered off against Manchester United with a suspected knee injury. The Brazilian striker is now facing a potential lengthy spell on the sidelines, leaving Arteta with limited options upfront.
The Gunners are already without key players like Bukayo Saka and Ethan Nwaneri, while Riccardo Calafiori is a major doubt after missing the United defeat. This could pave the way for a rare start for Raheem Sterling as Arteta searches for solutions on the right wing.
Tottenham Hotspur are also grappling with their own injury woes, with Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, and Guglielmo Vicario all sidelined. This will see Antonio Kinsky make his first north London derby appearance between the sticks.
However, there is some good news for Spurs: Dominic Solanke, Heung-min Son, and Dejan Kulusevski are all expected to return to the starting lineup after making substitute appearances against Tamworth.
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Arsenal Predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Raya (GK); Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Partey, Rice; Trossard, Havertz, Martinelli
Tottenham Predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Kinsky (GK); Porro, Gray, Dragusin, Spence; Bergvall, Sarr, Maddison; Kulusevski, Solanke, Son
Arsenal vs Tottenham Predictions & Betting Tips
The North London Derby could be the perfect tonic for Arsenal's ailing attack.
With Spurs unlikely to park the bus, the Gunners should have ample opportunities to rediscover their scoring touch. Ultimately, Arsenal's more robust defence might be the decisive factor.
Arsenal to win or draw
Over 2.5 goals
Over 8.5 corners
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