Arsenal made light work of their rivals in a 4-1 win back in November, with the hosts’ winless streak against Arteta’s side going back to 2022. This time, a new manager takes charge at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, facing a Gunners side still fighting for the title.
It's Premier League action on Sunday, February 22, as Tottenham Hotspur welcome Arsenal to North London for a derby that carries extra significance for both bitter adversaries.
New Spurs boss Igor Tudor will experience the true definition of a baptism of fire, while his opposite number, Mikel Arteta, faces the dreaded bottle accusation again.
📈Team Form📉
⚪ Tottenham Hotspur: 16th in the Premier League table with just four points from their last eight games.
🔴 Arsenal: Top of the Premier League table but with a vulnerable advantage at the summit.
📊Key Stats & Head-to-Head 📊
🔥 Arsenal are unbeaten in their last seven Premier League games against Spurs.
🔥 Arsenal have won their last three Premier League visits to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
🔥 Tottenham are the only team without a Premier League victory so far in 2026.
🔥 Igor Tudor has won his first game in charge of each of his last five clubs – can he make it six?
🔬 What to Expect From Both Teams 🔥
⚪Tottenham Hotspur | Form: W🟢D🟡W🟢D🟡L🔴L🔴:
Igor Tudor inherits a Tottenham squad sitting just five points above the relegation zone, with the third-worst Premier League home record featuring just two wins.
However, history suggests the Croatian could immediately get into the fans' good books – he has won his first game in charge of each of his last five clubs. But he faces an Arsenal side that they haven't beaten in seven league meetings.
🔴Arsenal | Form: W🟢W🟢W🟢D🟡W🟢D🟡:
Mikel Arteta's men dropped two points to Wolverhampton Wanderers in a 2-2 draw, repeatedly gifting possession back to the bottom-placed side.
They remain in control of their title destiny, but dropped points on the road have become an unhealthy habit – they have won just three of their nine Premier League games away from home.
However, their North London derby dominance has been unquestioned, having won their last three visits to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
👥 Predicted Lineups 👥
⚪Tottenham Hotspur (possible):
Vicario, Gray, Dragusin, Van de Ven, Spence, Gallagher, Palhinha, Sarr, Kolo Muani, Solanke, Simons.
🔴Arsenal (possible):
Raya, Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie, Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice, Saka, Gyokeres, Martinelli.
🔥 Matchups & Players to Watch 👀
✨ Randal Kolo Muani — The ex-Juve favourite could make his full derby debut for Spurs.
✨ Viktor Gyokeres— Expected to be a physical presence in the middle of Spur’s strong centre-backs.
✨ Bukayo Saka — Excelled as a number 10 against Wolves and could revert to the right if Odegaard starts.
✨ Dominic Solanke — Will lead the line for Spurs as they look to end their winless run in 2026.
💵 Odds Market on MSport 💵
💵 Tottenham/Home to win = 6.18
💵 Arsenal/Away to win = 1.62
💵 Both teams to score (GG/NG Yes) = 1.89
💵 Over 2.5 total goals = 1.82
This clash presents a classic clash of desperation: a confident Arsenal side chasing the title faces a Tottenham team desperate for points to escape the relegation battle.
With history offering no hope for the hosts, the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium is set for a compelling North London derby night.
Who do you think will take the points? Tell us your prediction in the comments.
🔗 You can follow the Tottenham vs Arsenal game here on MSport.
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