It’s just a short bus journey down the streets of North London, but it is an important trip for Mikel Arteta and his team on Sunday.
It’s the North London Derby, a match rich in history, rivalry and a sordid dislike between club supporters. It’s all about bragging rights, regardless of the records, or the past.
However, here is something unexpected. Tottenham is currently in 16th place on the league, only five point above the relegation zone, and yes, they have yet another manager.
The Gunners so badly need a three-point win v Spura. Not just for the sake of winning the NLD, but for a chance to keep a slim lead at the top of the Premier League.
Arsenal has a game in hand, yet Manchester City is pushing, and pushing hard.
With that said, Arteta should have a more fit side than on Wednesday, with Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz listed as possible.
Here is my predicted starting XI v Hotspur at Hotspur Stadium…
[4-3-3]
Trossard, Jesus, Saka
Rice, Eze, Zubimendi
Hincapie, Gabriel, Saliba, Timber
Raya
Predicted final score: Tottenham Hotspur 1 – ARSENAL 3
COYG!
Gunner1953