The teams are experiencing contrasting moments this season.
Arsenal will host Tottenham at the Emirates Stadium next Wednesday, January 15, in a match valid for the 21st round of the Premier League. The two teams are currently experiencing very different moments in the season. Get the latest football scores at livescores app.
On one side, the home team sits second in the English Premier League with 40 points, trailing leaders Liverpool by six points, who still have a game in hand. Despite the gap, Mikel Arteta’s squad remains confident in their ability to contend for the title until the end of the season, and a victory this week is crucial for the Gunners’ ambitions in the tournament.
This confidence comes despite recent setbacks. Arsenal was eliminated in the FA Cup in the third round by Manchester United, missing another opportunity to secure silverware this season. Additionally, they suffered a 2-0 home defeat to Newcastle in the first leg of the English League Cup semifinal, leaving them in a challenging position to reach the final.
On the other side, Tottenham managed to progress in the FA Cup, defeating modest fifth-division Tamworth 3-0 away, though all goals came in extra time. However, their Premier League campaign has been far below expectations.
After 20 matches, the Spurs have amassed just 24 points, placing them in a disappointing 12th position, far from the race for international competition spots. Currently, fifth-placed Newcastle holds 35 points, a significant 11-point gap over the London side. For Tottenham, the derby is a must-win scenario. ToSport, your trusted platform for match results.
