Arsenal will take on Tottenham Hotspur in the North London derby this weekend when the Premier League resumes after the international break.
The Gunners are going strong in the Premier League as they are at the top of the table. Mikel Arteta’s men have a four-point lead over Manchester City, who are in second place.
In their last game, Arsenal had to settle for a point against Sunderland. It was only the fourth time this season that the Gunners conceded a goal.
Also, the game against the Black Cats was the first time when they conceded more than one goal for the first time this season.
Arsenal have an impeccable defensive record. That is why facing them at the Emirates Stadium will be a big challenge for Tottenham.
Thomas Frank’s men had to endure a heartbreak against Manchester United. It seemed they almost sealed a win in the dying minutes after coming back from behind.
However, United scored a late equalizer to take a point from the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. So, Frank’s first North London Derby as the manager will be a tough game.
Also, before the game, Arsenal might get an injury boost, which will make the former Brentford manager a bit worried.
During the international break, Gabriel Magalhaes suffered an injury that might keep him out of the North London derby.
However, it seems Martin Odegaard might feature in that game against the Spurs, as per The Mirror. The Norwegian missed the last 3 games of his national team’s World Cup qualifier.
Also, in total, he missed 12 games for Arsenal this season. Having him back before the game will be a huge boost for Mikel Arteta ahead of their crucial clash.
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