Preview

The North London derby between Tottenham and Arsenal always attracts the attention of football fans around the world, and the upcoming match in the 4th round of the English championship promises to be no exception. This confrontation is not only one of the most important, but also one of the most productive in the history of the Premier League. Tottenham and Arsenal are famous for exchanging goals often, and even the advantage of the first team to score does not always guarantee victory.

Tottenham
Ange Postecoglou's team continues to rebuild and is looking for stability in their game. Summer acquisitions, in particular Dominic Solanke, give hope for strengthening the attack, but problems in defense and control of the game remain. Despite bright moments, Spurs have not yet been able to cope with the pressure throughout the match. The start of the season showed the team's instability: a 1-1 draw with Leicester, a 4-0 defeat of Everton and a 2-1 defeat to Newcastle highlighted Tottenham's weaknesses. The derby with Arsenal is a chance for Spurs to rehabilitate themselves and regain confidence.

Arsenal
The Gunners, led by Mikel Arteta, started the season with ambitions, but encountered their first difficulties in the third round, drawing with Brighton (1-1). Declan Rice's red card and Martin Odegaard's injury were a serious blow to the team. The absence of these two key players, on whom Arsenal's game is built, could significantly weaken their position in the derby. Arteta will have to find a way out of this difficult situation in order to maintain the team's fighting ability.

Prediction
Expect a close contest, with Tottenham looking to take advantage of the absence of Rice and Odegaard, while Arsenal will be looking to strike a balance between attack and defence. This could be a key match in the context of the season for both teams.