Arsenal host Tottenham Hotspur today, facing arguably their most difficult challenge of the season.
The optimism of their title charge has been dampened by what supporters are calling the “worst news of the season.” Specifically, the loss of Gabriel Magalhães is a hammer blow to Mikel Arteta’s plans for the North London Derby.
Consequently, the Gunners must now defend their unbeaten home record with a makeshift backline. Furthermore, they face a Tottenham side that has historically caused them problems. Although Arsenal have won five of the last six home derbies, achieving another victory without their defensive leader and captain will require a monumental effort from the remaining squad.
Arsenal team news
Mikel Arteta is facing a defensive crisis. Gabriel Magalhães is out for the rest of the year. Additionally, Riccardo Calafiori has failed to recover from a hip injury. As a result, Cristhian Mosquera and Piero Hincapie are set to be thrust into the starting lineup.
In midfield, Eberechi Eze may drop deeper or play centrally, as captain Martin Ødegaard remains out. Meanwhile, doubts linger over the fitness of Viktor Gyökeres and Gabriel Martinelli in attack. Therefore, Mikel Merino may be deployed as a false nine or advanced midfielder, flanked by Bukayo Saka and Leandro Trossard.
Arsenal predicted Lineup
Arsenal predicted XI: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Mosquera, Hincapie; Eze, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Merino, Trossard
When will the match kick off?
The Premier League fixture takes place at the Emirates Stadium today, Sunday, 23 November 2025. Kick-off is scheduled for 4:30 pm GMT.
How to watch Arsenal vs Tottenham Hotspur?
Fans in the UK can watch the match live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League. Coverage starts at 4:00 pm GMT.
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