Match Analysis: Arsenal vs Tottenham Hotspur – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-23
- Time: 4:30 PM UTC
- Location: Emirates Stadium, London
Game Overview
The North London Derby between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur is set for Sunday, November 23, 2025, at 16:30 UTC at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal, currently leading the Premier League, will face Tottenham, who sit in fourth place. Both teams are coming off the international break, with Arsenal holding a four-point cushion at the top and Tottenham aiming to close the gap. The match is expected to be fiercely contested, with both sides dealing with injury concerns and relying on set-piece efficiency.
Key Factors to Consider
- Arsenal has been near-perfect this season, with only one loss and a strong home record. Tottenham has shown improvement under new manager Thomas Frank, remaining unbeaten away from home and boasting the best defensive record on the road. Both teams have relied heavily on set pieces, with Arsenal scoring the most set-piece goals in the league and Tottenham conceding the fewest.
- Arsenal has won the last three North London Derbies, their best winning run since 1987-1989. Tottenham's last win at the Emirates was in 2010, and Arsenal has been unbeaten in 31 home derbies since then. This will be the first derby since 2014 without Harry Kane or Heung-min Son, who have historically been key scorers for Tottenham against Arsenal.
- Arsenal is missing key players, including Gabriel MagalhΓ£es (out for at least a month), Gabriel Jesus (knee), and Kai Havertz (knee). Riccardo Calafiori is questionable. Tottenham also faces an injury crisis, with several players unavailable, though specific names are not detailed in the sources.
- The match is being played at the Emirates Stadium, which has a capacity of 60,704 and is known for its strong home support. The weather and pitch conditions are not specified, but the stadium's atmosphere is expected to be a significant factor.
- Arsenal is motivated to maintain their lead at the top of the table, while Tottenham aims to challenge for a top-four finish and potentially close the gap on their rivals. Both teams are aware of the importance of this derby for their season ambitions.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | Arsenal: -255, Tottenham Hotspur: 630, Draw: 360 | Arsenal | β β β β β 75% |
| Spread | Arsenal: -1.5 111, Tottenham Hotspur: 1.5 -148 | Arsenal -1.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
| Over/under | Over: 2.5 -131, Under: 2.5 -101 | Under 2.5 | β β β ββ 60% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Arsenal -1% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Over 2.5 11% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 2.5 at 11% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 11.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Arsenal is favored to win this match due to their strong home record, recent form, and depth despite injuries. Tottenham's away form is solid, but their injury crisis and lack of key players may hinder their performance. The match is expected to be closely contested, with Arsenal likely to edge out a narrow victory.
Predicted Score: Arsenal 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur