On Sunday, at 16:30, Tottenham and Arsenal meet in the 11th round of the Premier League, in the classic derby in north London. Jose Mourinho’s team is the favorite against Arsenal’s defense, which failed again in the championship: 1-2 with Wolverhampton, at home. After the match, Arteta stated that he expects to be fired by the “gunners” at any time, which says a lot about the mood of the guests’ camp.
Tottenham have the advantage of the last direct duels between the two rivals: Spurs has two victories and two draws in the previous four meetings, and the “GG” bet has been winning in the last three (since 2018).
It is clear that Tottenham is in a better moment than Arteta’s team, which is very inconsistent in recent years. As a result, it is normal for the white-blues to have the first chance in the 201st derby between the two. With a goal in Arsenal’s goal, Harry Kane could become the best scorer in the history of the North London Derby, he now has 10 goals, as many as Adebayor and Bobby Smith scored.
The last stage, in which Arsenal lost to Wolves (1-2), Tottenham drew on Chelsea (0-0), after a solid performance from all points of view. It was the first draw after four consecutive successes in all competitions: 4-0 with Ludogorets, 2-0 with Manchester City, 1-0 with WBA and 3-1 with Ludogorets away.
Instead, Arsenal boasts only Europa League successes, ahead of Molde, 4-1 and 3-0, but otherwise played modestly in the league, with Aston Villa (0-3), Leeds United (0-0 ) and Wolves. So, nothing in its form announces a good match on the weekend. Even with Saka, Lacazette, Aubameyang and Pepe in attack, Arsenal cannot compensate for the defensive problems they have had for many years.
On Sunday, Arsenal cannot count on David Luiz, Martinelli, Ozil, Sokratis, Partey, Chambers and Mari, while Jose Mourinho makes his plans without Alderweireld, Carlos Vinicius, Lamela, Rodon and Reguilon. Three of these players were important for the game of white-blues, who still have a plus in terms of homogeneity and experience.
We expect a spectacular game, from which the goals will not be missing, and the “GG” is a solid option. It is possible, however, that the possession will be on the side of Arsenal, who play more spectacularly, but less pragmatically. And Spurs’ share of victory is worth trying, because the favorites have fewer defects in the game, which was seen in the deserved victory against Manchester City.
Tottenham comes after a spectacular match with LASK Linz, in UEL, in which Bale and Heung-Min Son scored. Arsenal had a home match against other Austrians, Rapid Vienna, in a group easily dominated in UEL. We all can’t wait to see a game with a good rhythm and many opportunities.
Tottenham Hotspur: Lloris; Aurier, Alderweireld, Vertonghen, Davies; Sissoko, Winks, Lo Celso; Lucas, Kane, Son
Coach: Jose Mourinho
Arsenal: Martinez; Mustafi, Luiz, Kolasinac; Bellerin, Xhaka, Ceballos, Tierney; Saka, Lacazette, Aubameyang
Coach: Mikel Arteta
Tottenham have not conceded a goal in the last 3 league matches;
Tottenham have not lost in 9 consecutive matches in the league;
In the last 3 matches of Tottenham, less than 2.5 goals have been scored;
Less than three goals have been scored in Arsenal’s last 3 away games;
They scored both teams in 4 of the last 5 direct duels;
PREDICTION: Tottenham to win @ 2,04
