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While the rivalry between Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal is one of the most famous in English football, it lacks the intensity of many other derbies worldwide.
Given the proximity between the two clubs there have inevitably been plenty of fallouts and controversies, but nothing which truly matches the fierceness often witnessed elsewhere.
With a significant imbalance between the two clubs at the moment, the derby struggles to inflame much in the way of passion outside north London's boundaries.
That point is evidence by the odds for their latest meeting this weekend, which peg Arsenal as the favourites to record a victory at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The Gunners are priced at 59/50 on the sportsbook linked to the bitcoin poker from Betpanda UK platform and it would be a brave move to back against them.
Before assessing the latest Tottenham versus Arsenal fixture, we look at recent results and the historical head-to-head between the two clubs.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal history
The results from the past ten meetings between the two sides are as follows:
- September 1, 2019 - Arsenal 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League
- July 12, 2020 - Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 Arsenal - Premier League
- December 6, 2020 - Tottenham Hotspur 2-0 Arsenal - Premier League
- March 14, 2021 - Arsenal 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League
- September 26, 2021 - Arsenal 3-1 Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League
- May 12, 2022 - Tottenham Hotspur 3-0 Arsenal - Premier League
- October 1, 2022 - Arsenal 3-1 Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League
- January 15, 2023 - Tottenham Hotspur 0-2 Arsenal - Premier League
- September 24, 2023 - Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League
- Apr 28, 2024 - Tottenham Hotspur 2-3 Arsenal - Premier League
Arsenal hold a 82-61 advantage in the H2H, with the other 52 matches drawn. They have also won 48 major trophies compared to the 24 lifted by Spurs.
A feature of the recent history between the two clubs has been Tottenham fans' obsession with Arsenal failures rather than their own success.
Manager Ange Postecoglou was unhappy with supporters who wanted their team to lose against Manchester City to ensure Arsenal did not win the title last season.
He insisted the club's mindset needs to change in order for them to become successful and it is difficult to argue with his withering assessment.
This mentality is why fans of other clubs do not view the rivalry between Tottenham and Arsenal too seriously and is something Postecoglou will be eager to rectify.
Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal preview
Tottenham head into the game with just four points after their first three games and they desperately need a positive result on Sunday.
They have created plenty of chances against Leicester City, Everton and Newcastle United, but their points tally does not reflect the performances they have produced.
Postecoglou's side will never have a better chance of defeating Arsenal given that the visitors have several key players missing this weekend.
Declan Rice is suspended following his needless dismissal against Brighton & Hove Albion, while Martin Odegaard is sidelined after sustaining an injury on international duty.
Manager Mikel Arteta has numerous other injuries worries to contend with, which gives Tottenham every chance of upsetting the odds this weekend.
Dominic Solanke and Micky van de Ven could be ready to return to action for Spurs after injury, thus boosting their hopes of emerging victorious.
Arsenal are worthy favourites given the recent history between the two sides, but Spurs look a good bet to defeat their neighbours on this occasion.
Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 Arsenal.
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