Tottenham play visitors to Arsenal at the Emirates Stadium in the infamous North London Derby. The question remains the same: "Will it be the red half or the white one?"

History is clearly with the home side. The gunners have beaten Spurs in seven encounters out of the last eight. Here are the results:

99/00 Arsenal X Tottenham 2-1

00/01 Arsenal X Tottenham 2-0

01/02 Arsenal X Tottenham 2-1

02/03 Arsenal X Tottenham 3-0

03/04 Arsenal X Tottenham 2-1

04/05 Arsenal X Tottenham 1-0

05/06 Arsenal X Tottenham 1-1

06/07 Arsenal X Tottenham 3-0

With respect to the current form of both teams, I believe Arsenal is definitely the better side. The Gunners are on top of the league with 40 points from 17 matches and their home form is terrific with 8-1-0. On the other hand, Tottenham are the 12th with 18 points and are 1-5-3 on the road. They have improved under Ramos and will impose threat to Arsenal's goal but they still can't pull off a positive result.

Finally, it's worth to mention that the reverse fixture ended in favour of the Gunners 3-1 thanks to goals from Adebayor and Fabregas.

Regarding teams news, Eboue will miss this encounter due to a knee injury. Denilson will also miss the match but due to suspension. Finally, Walcott is doubtful due to a knee injury as well. On the other hand, Ramos will miss the services of Bale, King, Gardner, Rocha, Assou-Ekotto due to injuries. Zokora is also not available due to suspension.

Verdict: It's going to be the red half of North London. Bet on the gunners to win today.

Good Luck

Pick : Arsenal -1
Odds : 1.96
Stake : 6 / 10
Bookmaker : Bet365
Date : 2007-12-22
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