Arsenal XI vs Tottenham – Predicted lineup and team news

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·22 de febrero de 2026

Arsenal XI vs Tottenham – Predicted lineup and team news

Arsenal travel to the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium this afternoon, aiming to extend their derby dominance and reclaim full control of the title race.

The Gunners have moved into the final 12 games of the season at the top of the table, but recent draws have increased the pressure. Manager Mikel Arteta oversaw a frustrating 2–2 draw at Wolves in midweek and is now seeking a fourth consecutive away victory at the home of their arch-rivals. Notably, Arsenal have won six of their last seven league games against Spurs and scored four times in the reverse fixture in November.

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Mikel Arteta manages a squad nearing a return to full strength at a pivotal moment. Notably, Martin Ødegaard and Kai Havertz are both in line for potential returns after missing recent matches. Consequently, Arteta could have his primary creative engines back in the starting XI. Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard have both been passed fit despite minor concerns in midweek. Notably, Eberechi Eze has been a thorn in Spurs’ side, scoring six goals in his last four appearances against them.

David Raya will start in goal behind a defensive line featuring William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhães. In midfield, Declan Rice and Martin Zubimendi are expected to anchor the side. Bukayo Saka will start on the wing as he looks to add to his impressive derby record of three goals and three assists in his last eight games against Tottenham. Viktor Gyökeres is poised to lead the attack as Arsenal seek five consecutive league wins over Spurs for the first time since 1989.