In reverse of this fixture, Arsenal handed Tottenham a rare 2-0 derby defeat at the Emirates. Now Mauricio Pochettino’s men will be looking to avenge that defeat and extend the Argentinean’s impressive record against Arsène Wenger. Tottenham are unbeaten in 6 of their last 7 league games against the Gunners. Will this one add to that trend or will Arsenal finally get back into the top 4 race? Let’s see.
Here are three key battles to watch out for in the North London derby.
1Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang vs Davinson Sánchez
Arsenal’s new £56million-rated man has been highlighted for his electrifying pace. The fear of his speed automatically pushes defensive lines 5 or 10 yards back in anticipation. That would be the case for most defences, but with Davinson Sánchez in Tottenham’s team, Mauricio Pochettino has nothing to worry about.
The Colombian defender is one of the quickest defenders around, on top of that, he has the composure to time his tackles at great speeds. He’s perhaps the one defender in the Premier League that could keep up with Aubameyang on the ground and outjump him in the air.
If the 28-year-old is to get the better of Davinson Sánchez, he will need his teammates to help overload the centre-back. If not, Pierre Emerick-Aubameyang could be ‘pocketed’ for the first time in England.
