This might be the closest North London Derby we’ve seen in some time, but Tottenham will approach it with real caution.
Season Records
2022–23
Arsenal: W26 D6 L6 — F88 A43 — 84 pts
Tottenham: W18 D6 L14 — F70 A63 — 60 pts
2023–24
Arsenal: W28 D5 L5 — F91 A29 — 89 pts
Tottenham: W20 D6 L12 — F74 A61 — 66 pts
2024–25
Arsenal: W20 D14 L4 — F69 A34 — 74 pts
Tottenham: W11 D5 L22 — F64 A65 — 38 pts
Mentality Ahead of the Derby
Another factor that is rarely discussed before major fixtures is the mindset of individual players. While professionalism is often emphasised—and most Premier League players can stay composed—the intensity of a derby can still overwhelm those who aren’t accustomed to it.
Some Tottenham players may find the atmosphere challenging, especially compared to Arsenal’s squad, who are likely to draw confidence from the home support and their position at the top of the league. Spurs, on the other hand, face a significant psychological hurdle due to their unprecedented injury problems.
The Daily Mail reported in May that Tottenham players spent twice as long out injured as Liverpool’s, and this ongoing issue, combined with their current injury list, may weigh heavily on the players’ minds. If any Tottenham player suffers what looks like a serious injury during the match, the tension and concern from the Spurs bench will be unmistakable.
