HThe build-up to the North London derby is reaching its peak, and with the clash just hours away, nerves are rising among Spurs fans. Tottenham have historically struggled at the Emirates, but this season\u2019s strong away form gives the team hope of changing that record.<\/p>\n
Thomas Frank admitted he is \u201csuper excited\u201d for his first North London derby, acknowledging the significance of the game for the supporters.<\/p>\n
Sandro, who was renowned for his heart, passion, and fighting spirit during his own derby appearances, believes the current Spurs squad has players capable of standing their ground. He highlighted Joao Palhinha, Micky van de Ven, Cristian Romero, and Djed Spence as key figures who could make a major impact at the Emirates. Speaking to The Sun, Sandro urged the team to fight: \u201cWe have to go there and fight. Against Arsenal, if we slip even a bit, we are done. But we have players who can fight \u2014 Palhinha in the middle, van de Ven, Romero, Spence \u2014 they love to fight. We are not scared of Arsenal.\u201d<\/p>\n
Despite Arsenal being favorites for the Premier League title and Tottenham seen as outsiders for a top-four finish, Sandro believes the gap between the two clubs is not insurmountable. He added, \u201cWe are improving. Arsenal may be one step ahead, but the gap is not massive. It\u2019s getting smaller. Thomas Frank is doing good work, and with time, Tottenham can close in.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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