Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal
Spurs have done very spursy things of late. They lost to Brighton and drew with Brentford before winning against Leicester City. However, the biggest result in recent times was the draw against Liverpool. Antonio Conte has potentially derailed Liverpool’s quadruple hopes and he is eyeing more scalps.
It’s North London Derby week ✨ pic.twitter.com/haVXx6sO5v
— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) May 9, 2022
The defence has improved with the return to form of Cristiano Romero. Dejan Kulusevski is showing supreme promise with his passing and running. The team is capable of pushing for more as they trail their opponents by four points. A win over their favoured rivals will certainly put a spring in their step to close out the season strongly.
The Gunners bounced back from three consecutive losses earlier this month with four consecutive wins. It includes victories over Chelsea, Manchester United, and West Ham. Mikel Arteta rightly lauded the attitude of his players and Arsenal are clear in fourth spot. The return of Champions League football is the ultimate goal for the Gunners.
🍿 Time to enjoy it all over again, Gooners
😍 Your #ARSLEE highlights are here! pic.twitter.com/RwF4gugLrq
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) May 8, 2022
They have a bevy of young stars who can hold their own against any opponent. Bukayo Saka, Emile Smith Rowe, and the star of the moment, Eddie Nketiah. The defensive issues do need addressing and that will be Arteta’s main focus. If the Gunners can pull off a win away from home, they will virtually knock out their opponents in the running for the fourth spot.
Team news
Spurs have no new injury issues to deal with. Sergi Reguilon may continue to miss out.
PROBABLE LINE-UP: Lloris; Romero, Dier, Davies; Royal, Hojbjerg, Bentancur, Sessegnon; Kulusevski, Kane, Son
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