Arsenal - Tottenham prediction, H2H and probable lineups - November 23, 2025
One of the marquee clashes of Premier League Matchday 12 will unfold this Sunday at the Emirates Stadium in London, where Arsenal host Tottenham. I’m tipping a bet on the total goals in this derby, a fixture that always brims with passion and rarely disappoints in terms of goals scored.
Match preview
Mikel Arteta’s men continue to confidently lead the league table, although a draw with Sunderland slightly slowed their charge. The goal conceded in the 94th minute was the first time in six months that the Gunners allowed more than one goal in a Premier League match.
On home soil, Arsenal’s defense has been rock solid — just one goal conceded in their last six home games. Meanwhile, their attack is firing on all cylinders, having found the net in each of their last 11 matches at the Emirates.
Spurs couldn’t hold onto victory against Manchester United, conceding in the 96th minute, and had previously lost at home to Chelsea. Despite this, they remain strong contenders for a top-four finish and have looked impressive on the road — five away games have yielded four wins and a draw.
Tottenham’s players have been putting on a show in front of goal: at least three goals have been scored in six of their last eight Premier League outings. However, as the derby approaches, the squad is dealing with injuries, which could impact both defensive solidity and squad depth.
Probable lineups
- Arsenal: Raya, Timber, Magalhães, Saliba, Calafiori, Zubimendi, Rice, Eze, Trossard, Merino, Saka
- Tottenham: Vicario, Danso, Spence, Van de Ven, Porro, Palhinha, Bentancur, Kudus, Sarr, Bergvall, Kolo Muani
Match facts and head-to-head
- Arsenal are unbeaten in their last eight Premier League matches.
- Tottenham are unbeaten in their previous five Premier League away fixtures.
- Each of the last seven meetings between these sides at the Emirates has seen at least three goals.
Prediction
Both teams come into the match in strong attacking form but with defensive vulnerabilities — Tottenham in particular are struggling with injuries. Arsenal are solid at home, but Spurs know how to seize their chances on the road. Given the high-scoring tradition of the London derby, a bet on "Over 2.5 goals" at 1.87 looks like the smartest play.
