Harry Redknapp believes that we will see plenty of goals on Sunday when Tottenham Hotspur take to the field against Arsenal in the North London Derby.
Spurs fans would have been dreading this fixture just a couple of weeks ago, but there is now a newfound sense of optimism after a managerial change at N17.
Igor Tudor is determined to make a swift impact at Tottenham, with the Croat no stranger to taking over clubs mid-season and galvanising struggling teams.
However, he has a very stern test first up, with the table toppers visiting the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for what is a huge game for both sides due to their objectives at different ends of the table.
Harry Redknapp predicts a high-scoring draw between Tottenham and Arsenal
Redknapp has admitted that Sunday’s derby clash is difficult to call, given the unknowns about Tottenham under Tudor.
He suggested that Arsenal may also be starting to feel the pressure of a title race, and predicted that points would be shared at N17.
Redknapp told BetVictor: “The big one, and a very hard game to predict. Let’s be honest, who knows what to expect from Spurs. I like Thomas Frank, but the performances of late have been really poor, and they probably needed a change. Tudor’s come in and he’s got a decent reputation in Italy, but how will he get on at Spurs? Only time will tell. Talk about an early test for him though!
“As for Arsenal, who knows what to expect? I cannot believe they blew that game against Wolves, that’s just so unlike them and boy, has that put pressure on this game. Are those Arsenal lads beginning to feel the pressure?
“That Spurs crowd should lift the players and make this a closer game that some might expect. I can see a nervy, entertaining draw!”
Prediction: Tottenham 2-2 Arsenal.
Redknapp identifies Arsenal winger as North London Derby dangerman
Tudor has just 13 fit first-team players to choose from, with the Tottenham squad ravaged by injuries.
Arsenal may also be without Leandro Trossard, who was forced off with an injury against Wolves in midweek, but Redknapp believes that Bukayo Saka is the danger man for the home side.
When asked to name his player to watch for the derby, the former Spurs manager said: “Saka has signed a new deal, and he’ll want to celebrate in style here. He’s due a goal as well.”