Get set for a derby where two sides will want to prove who they are or who they have become. While on one side, we have the improved contingent from Arsenal with Mikel Arteta’s men even proving to put City in doubt and on the other, we have Antonio Conte’s Spurs, who let Liverpool leave with only a single point.

So the odds could be on either side of the field and the only way to find out is to sit tight and watch this fixture. However, you could also read this preview and gain insights into how Spurs and Gunners will go head-to-head at the Tottenham Hotspur stadium.

Matchday 22 of 38

If you believed that Manchester City Vs Chelsea will be the highlight of match day 22, you could be proven wrong. Because the very next day, we have Spurs and Gunners trying to dominate London in showing which is the improved squad and which is just improving. The fixture, which promises to be a Premier League classic could take things forward and bring about a difference for either side if it ends up being a draw.

So what will it be? A win for the Gunners at enemy territory, a chance for Conte to introduce himself to the Gunners or a draw? Make your predictions loud and clear and look to use BritianBet for the same. 

Date and Venue

Tottenham is set to play against Arsenal on the 16th of January at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. 

Arteta’s new and improved Gunners are no easy task

There was a point during the beginning of the season when everyone felt that the Gunners lost their steam and Arsenal could no longer be the club that they were. However, the turnaround by Arteta’s men has not only reduced the memes but has also turned things in their favour.

Their recent game against a dominant City proved to be the talking point for all the bad refereeing that we get to see in the Premier League. However, it also captured how the Gunners have improved and what they have learnt from the 5-nil thrashing from the Champions.

The young squad with which Arteta operates could very well be the future of Arsenal and are set to test the mettle of the Spurs midfield and defence. With the right forwards and attacking midfielders, Arteta’s team is capable of inflicting pain, which puts the pressure on Conte to remain undefeated in the Premier League.

The Antonio Conte Era at Spurs

There’s no undermining the fact that Spurs have seen big changes ever since Conte walked through their doors. The Italian has transformed the club and is the first manager in Spurs history to go unbeaten in eight league matches. Throughout his tenure, Conte has seen different managers, played against different styles and understands the game in an elite fashion. 

So meeting Arteta could be different for the Champion. However, we believe Conte will be prepared as he has been in the fixtures prior to the North London Derby. The inspired squad under Conte has reinforced confidence in Kane, Son and Lucas Moura who seem to stop at nothing. 

While the exclusion from the UEFA Conference League was not seen as a bad move, fans believe that it is best to concentrate on the Premier League and see their beloved club back to where it was once. 

Attackers and defenders

Over the past few months, Arteta was busy building a system at Arsenal. A system that has thrived with youngsters taking the attack to the opposition. And to top it all, the Gunners seemed to have invested in the right defenders because a rock-solid defence is what you can get as an opposition attacker when you enter the Gunner’s box. We could see it against City and we are sure that you will get to see it against Spurs as well.

Moreover, Arsenal doesn’t seem to be lacking anything or ‘anyone’ in attack as the Gunners, powered by Bukayo Saka seem to be fine in shredding apart the opposition's defence. As a result, it is understood that Arteta knows what he is doing and with no major injury problems, the Gunners could see themselves with an early lead. 

The right formation

Among the different elements that Conte has set right at Spurs, the most interesting one comes from the formation that he plays with. While Conte's style of play depended on the 3-5-2 formation, he has changed the same accordingly and we have seen different formations against different teams. Be it the 3-4-2-1 against Southampton or the 5-3-2 against Liverpool, Conte’s style is a changing one and sheds more light on defence. 

The Italian coach has always known to prioritise defence without ignoring the attacking ability of his players. Which is why we have managed to see an incredible defensive partnership between Ben Davies and Eric Dier at the back and the start of a Spurs attack as Kane is slowly picking up his form along with the influential Heung Min Son.

Could this be a draw?

A Premier League game ending in a draw is not a new thing and displays the potential that two teams bring to the table. It could either be a surprise draw with last-minute finishes, or a goalless 90-minute action where everyone wonders what happens next. Since Conte has seen a few draws and Arsenal are at a good run of form, we might end up seeing a draw at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium when Spurs face their bitter rivals.

However, Derbies have been known for surprises along with the action-packed routine that comes with the Premier League. While the ones who consider football betting are usually sitting with their fingers crossed till the last moment, a North London Derby could also leave fans of either side feeling the same. 

Tottenham Vs Arsenal: Head-to-Head

Over the course of the Premier League era, we have seen over 59 North London Derbies where 23 of these games ended in draws. While the Gunners lead the way in terms of wins, Spurs are not far behind and could come up in front. 

Tottenham Vs Arsenal: Recent Meetings

The last three North London Derbies never ended in draws, which is something that motivates people to look forward to this one. 

• Arsenal Vs Tottenham - 3-1 (26th September 2021)

Spurs would not love to remember their time under Nuno Espirito Santo or their previous visit to the Emirates. Since both these incidents fall under the same period, even a casual reminder could tip them off. 

• Arsenal Vs Tottenham - 2-1 (14th March 2021)

Arteta and his men were successful against Spurs in the last North London Derby of the previous season as goals from Martin Odegaard and Alexandre Lacazatte were enough to seal a victory. 

• Tottenham Vs Arsenal - 2-0 (6th Dec 2020)

With help from both Kane and Son, Spurs were able to get past their rivals and took away all three points in an interesting fixture that kept the Spurs fans happy.