The north London derby takes centre stage on Sunday as Tottenham host Arsenal in a clash that could shape both ends of the Premier League table.
Spurs enter a new era under interim head coach Igor Tudor after Thomas Frank was dismissed following defeat to Newcastle.
While Tottenham are nervously looking over their shoulder, Arsenal arrive chasing a first league title in over 20 years, though their recent 2-2 draw against Wolves has increased the pressure.
Tottenham vs Arsenal kick-off time, venue, and how to watch
Tottenham vs Arsenal is scheduled for a 4:30 pm GMT kick-off on Sunday, February 22, 2026, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
The match will be shown live in the UK on Sky Sports, with coverage beginning at 4 pm GMT on Sky Sports Premier League and 4:25 pm on Sky Sports Main Event.
Subscribers can also stream the game live via the Sky Go app, ensuring full access to what promises to be another fiery north London derby.
Tottenham vs Arsenal team news and prediction
Tudor is expected to deploy a back three in his first game in charge, though he faces a depleted squad. Wilson Odobert has been ruled out after rupturing his anterior cruciate ligament, joining James Maddison, Ben Davies, Dejan Kulusevski, Rodrigo Bentancur, Mohammed Kudus, Destiny Udogie, Kevin Danso and Lucas Bergvall on the sidelines.
Cristian Romero serves the second game of a four-match suspension, while Pedro Porro and Richarlison are pushing to be available.
Arsenal have concerns of their own. Bukayo Saka is expected to be fit despite limping off against Wolves, though Leandro Trossard could be doubtful. Mikel Arteta is hopeful captain Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz will return, which would provide a significant boost.
Mikel Merino is ruled out for the season after surgery, while youngster Max Dowman has resumed training.
Derbies often ignore recent form, but Tottenham’s home struggles and the uncertainty surrounding Tudor’s first match point toward Arsenal having the edge. However, the Gunners have won just two of their last seven league games and confidence has wavered at key moments.
Prediction: Tottenham Hotspur 1-1 Arsenal.
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