Thomas Frank has now spoken about Tottenham Hotspur’s big north London derby clash with Arsenal in the Premier League this weekend, as he looks to secure a first win for Spurs since 2022.
The Premier League is back, and it returns with a mouth-watering encounter between two bitter rivals, Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur.
This is the 67th meeting between the two in the Premier League, but the first of the 25/26 season, and both sides will be looking to secure all three points.
Arsenal have found the most success in this league fixture, with the Gunners winning 27 of these games, while Spurs have managed to secure victory in 15.
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Tottenham boss Thomas Frank speaks ahead of Arsenal derby
This is Frank’s first taste of the north London derby in a competitive game, although he came up against Arsenal in Spurs’ pre-season tour of Asia, where he secured a 1-0 victory.
On Sunday, however, it will be a completely different encounter, as fifth-placed Tottenham take on first-placed Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium, but the Dane will be equally eager to secure a win.
Speaking to the club media, Frank described the significance of the fixture and made it clear that he understands the weight attached to this derby.
He said: “This is the real one. I am super excited. You feel the sense of importance with this one.
“This is the big one. I always say the next game is the most important but I am more than aware there are two games in the year which are that bit more important.”
Spurs form and derby record raise questions ahead of Sunday
This is a game of great importance to Tottenham fans who will be cheering their side on to push for a win.
The Lilywhite faithful have not celebrated a victory in this clash in the last six games, as Arsenal have won five times, while Spurs have managed just one draw in that period.
Tottenham’s record at the Emirates is just as bleak, with Spurs without a win in their last ten visits to the ground, and if they are to win, these are the obstacles they will have to overcome.
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