Arsenal vs Tottenham: Best possible Combined Line-up
Arsenal will host their fierce city rivals Tottenham in a game that is expected to produce fireworks and make heads turn. The two teams fought until the very end to finish above each other last season. Tottenham were even in the running for the title with Leicester but their form towards the fag end of the season took a downhill route and they ended up finishing the season below Arsenal, which was disappointing, as they had the chance to finish above Arsenal for the first time in 21 years.
The two teams will be confident heading into this fixture, but it is Arsenal that have been better in terms of form. Spurs, on the other hand, are winless for 6 games. They even lost 1-0 to Bayer Leverkusen in midweek at home and will be looking to bounce back from this whereas Arsenal will be looking to carry on with their fantastic form.
Both teams are filled with superstars and it will be difficult to get a combined Xi right, but let us take a look at the combined XI featuring stars from both Arsenal and Tottenham –
FORMATION: 4-2-3-1
Hugo Lloris
The Frenchman gets the nod over Petr Cech. It’s quite a close call as both keepers are great players in their own right and have done ever so well in the Premier League. Cech had been wonderful for Chelsea before he moved to Arsenal, but he has lesser clean sheets when compared to the man who captains both France and Tottenham. That stat pretty much solidifies his spot in the team.
Hector Bellerin
The Spanish right back has been second to none and has put in some great performances this season. Although Kyle Walker has been good too, he gets edged out by Bellerin who looks like he could grow up to be a world class defender. He shows excellent pace while going front and comes back to defend with the same, if not more intensity. These qualities have made him an indispensable for Arsene Wenger.
Laurent Koscielny
The Frenchman has really come into his own off late. Partnered by Mustafi in the Arsenal defence, he has set no foot wrong and has been amazing in dealing with opposition attackers. He has been one of the standout center backs in the league so far.
Jan Verthongen
Another defender that has grown into his own over time. The Belgian has been with Spurs for quite some time now. But he was error-prone at times and was criticized for his failure to deal with situations. But having gained enough experience, he has become better. The addition of fellow Belgian Toby Alderweireld to the Spurs defence has also helped Verthongen in correcting the mistakes from his past.
Danny Rose
The Englishman edges out Nacho Monreal as he has just about done enough this season. Rose gets forward with aplomb and tracks back with equal efficiency. Arsenal’s right back will have his task cut out on match day as he attempts to deal with Rose, who is an absolute nuisance to handle when he’s bombarding down the left-hand side.
Victor Wanyama
The Kenyan midfielder has settled in at his new club with ease. He has looked confident in his displays and looks to be one of the better Tottenham summer acquisitions. Wanyama gets the nod over Coquelin as he has been more impressive and far more consistent than his French counterpart. He has incredible defensive qualities and is decisive going forward. Pochettino will be relying on him to stifle Arsenal’s midfield that relies on quick ball movement.
Santi Cazorla
The Spaniard has been sensational for Arsenal this season. Just cannot be dropped from a combined line-up featuring both these sides. He is absolute class and is in a league of his own. No creative midfielder in Spurs’ ranks can be matched to the former Malaga man’s brilliance.
Theo Walcott
Walcott seems to have finally hit the ground running. Wenger will be encouraged with the Englishman’s performances this season but will expect more from him. He can certainly give a lot more. Walcott has scored some important goals this season and will be looking to shine again in the North London Derby.
Mesut Ozil
Another player that has really come into this own this season. The German has been brilliant. Scored a beautiful goal against Ludogorets in midweek and will look to have another influential game and impact on the North London Derby in a positive way for Arsenal.
Delle Alli
Coming off the back of a delightful season, the youngster has gotten off to a relatively slow start. Again, that’s down to the team’s dynamics and their failure in the final third. Delli Alli continues to be a threat for Tottenham going forward. He is the club’s second highest goalscorer after Heung Min-Son this term.
Alexis Sanchez
The Chilean has found playing up front quite easy and has taken to his new role like a fish to water. Has definitely done enough in his new position to warrant a place up front in this line up. Isn’t the most sizeable unit but puts his best qualities to good effect and works ever so hard for the Arsenal team.
Arsenal host Chelsea at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday in what could prove decisive for the Gunners’ Premier League title ambitions. Arsenal sit top of the table with 61 points from 28 matches, five points clear of Manchester City, who still have a game in hand, while Chelsea occupy 7th with 45 points after being held to a frustrating 1-1 draw by Burnley at Stamford Bridge last weekend.
This represents a huge opportunity for Mikel Arteta’s side to put further distance between themselves and the chasing pack before facing Brighton away on Wednesday. Chelsea arrive at the Emirates in patchy form under Liam Rosenior, who has won just two of his eight league matches since replacing Enzo Maresca in January despite an encouraging start to his tenure.
Kick-off: 4:30 GMT, Sunday, March 1, 2026
Venue: Emirates Stadium
TV: Sky Sports
Kai Havertz Returns to Haunt Former Club
Mikel Arteta confirmed on Friday that Kai Havertz will train on Saturday ahead of the Chelsea clash, giving the German a chance to feature against his former employers. Havertz has been sidelined with a hamstring injury since early February, but scored the winner in Arsenal’s 1-0 Carabao Cup semi final victory over Chelsea earlier this month.
The 26 year old has endured a nightmare campaign with injuries limiting him to just 158 Premier League minutes this season, though he has still managed two goals and two assists when available. Viktor Gyokeres has flourished in Havertz’s absence, scoring twice in the 4-1 North London Derby demolition of Tottenham last weekend.
Rosenior Yet to Face Top Six Opposition
Liam Rosenior faces his first test against a top six side in the league since taking charge of Chelsea, having only faced teams sitting 7th or lower during his opening eight matches. His winning run needs proper context, given the quality of opposition, with recent dropped points against Leeds and Burnley at Stamford Bridge exposing serious vulnerabilities.
Arteta has beaten Rosenior twice already this season in the two legged Carabao Cup semi final, and the Spanish manager will fancy his chances of completing a treble over the Chelsea boss. Bukayo Saka should be fit despite limping off late against Spurs, while Ben White remains doubtful with a niggle.
Predicted Lineups: Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Rice, Zubimendi, Odegaard; Saka, Gyokeres, Eze
Chelsea (4-2-3-1): Sanchez; James, Disasi, Colwill, Cucurella; Fernandez, Caicedo; Madueke, Palmer, Mudryk; Jackson
Also read: Kai Havertz Injury Update: Real Timeline and Medical Details Revealed!
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Update Given Following Arsenal Injury Scare as Olivia Smith Discharged From Hospital After Being Stretchered Off During FA Cup Win Over Bristol City
Arsenal star Olivia Smith has been discharged from hospital after being stretchered off the field during their Women’s FA Cup game against Bristol City. The forward, who joined the Gunners in the summer, played just under an hour before being forced off with pictures showing a neck brace around the 21 year old at Meadow Park.
This was a worrying moment for Arsenal supporters watching on Sunday afternoon. The Canadian international went down, receiving lengthy treatment before being taken off on a stretcher as a precaution. Thankfully, the injury appears to be far less serious than initially feared.
Left Hospital Yesterday Evening
According to Arsenal reporter Tim Stillman, Olivia Smith left the hospital yesterday evening after tests were run and will return to be assessed this week ahead of the March international break. This is brilliant news for Arsenal, who cannot afford to lose Smith for any length of time, given her importance to the team.
It is believed that her involvement with Canada is still up in the air, with the Canucks facing a triple header of friendlies against Colombia, Argentina, and the United States over the coming two weeks. Arsenal’s next match sees them face London City Lionesses in mid March.
Big Boost for Champions League Hopes
With no video available for Arsenal’s cup game against Bristol City, there was huge concern surrounding Smith’s condition for those unable to attend the game at Meadow Park. Thankfully, what seemed initially to be a severe injury has turned out to be a fairly minor incident.
While Stina Blackstenius and Alessia Russo are both more than capable options to lead the line, it has been Smith who has been Renee Slegers’ favoured choice and proven to be a brilliant signing since her arrival from Liverpool. Having Smith likely available for both legs of the Chelsea Champions League quarter final is a massive boost for Arsenal’s hopes of retaining their European crown.
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Arsenal Star Named WSL Player of the Month for January as Midfielder Continues Outstanding Form Following 400th Appearance Milestone
Kim Little has been named January’s Barclays Women’s Super League Player of the Month, recognition that follows her 400th appearance for Arsenal. The captain has made an outstanding start to 2026, completing every minute in the WSL and helping secure two clean sheets and four points from fixtures against Manchester United and Chelsea.
Little drove the midfield against United in the 0-0 draw at the Emirates Stadium and was again pivotal in the disciplined defensive display at Stamford Bridge that delivered that historic 2-0 win over the Blues. This is absolutely deserved recognition for one of Arsenal’s most influential players, who continues to perform at the highest level despite being 35 years old.
400th Appearance Came in Belgium
Little’s landmark 400th appearance came in Belgium as Arsenal won 4-0 at OH Leuven to close in on a Champions League London derby with Chelsea. The Scottish playmaker came on as a second half substitute in the 82nd minute, replacing Olivia Smith, to reach 400 appearances.
This achievement is even more notable given the time she spent playing in the USA and Australia during her career. Little has become one of the defining figures of the modern Arsenal era, establishing herself as an absolute legend at the club.
Chelsea Awaits in Champions League Quarterfinals
Provided nothing dramatic unfolds at Meadow Park next week, Chelsea awaits in the quarterfinals of the UEFA Women’s Champions League. Arsenal hold a commanding 4-0 advantage from the first leg and are overwhelming favorites to progress to a mouth watering London derby in the last eight.
Little will be central to Arsenal’s hopes of defending their Champions League crown, with the midfielder’s experience and leadership qualities proving invaluable during the knockout stages of major competitions. Her consistent performances continue to set the standard for everyone around her.
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