Thomas Frank can’t afford to extend unwanted personal run in Arsenal vs Tottenham
Tottenham travel to Arsenal on Sunday as Thomas Frank looks to end a woeful winless run against Mikel Arteta’s side.
Tottenham’s 2-2 draw with Man United on 8 October has once again sparked fears that there is clearly something missing when it comes to playing fast-paced football in possession.
They face a completely different test against Arsenal, who have comfortably been the best team in the league as they sit four points clear at the top of the table.
After securing a massive win over Arsenal as Brentford manager in 2021, Frank’s record against the Gunners since then makes for painful reading.
Thomas Frank on long winless run vs Arsenal
Tottenham‘s last Premier League away win over arch-rivals Arsenal was in 2010, although current form on the road could suggest that they have the best chance of securing an away win this time around.
Spurs have failed to beat Arsenal since May 2022, and there is a real fear that their enemies could finally lift the Premier League title this season.
Frank won his first ever Premier League game in charge against Arsenal in August 2021, but has since been winless in seven against the Gunners (D2 L5).
| Home form | Stat | Away form |
| 1 | Wins | 3 |
| 2 | Draws | 1 |
| 3 | Losses | 1 |
| 7 | Goals scored | 12 |
| 7 | Goals conceded | 3 |
| 5 | Points | 13 |
In Brentford’s first Premier League match, Sergi Canos and Christian Norgaard gave Frank’s side a memorable win against Arteta’s Arsenal.
However, he has since been on a miserable run, and it’s imperative that Spurs’ first Premier League defeat on the road doesn’t come against the Gunners.
Frank has been under pressure for Tottenham’s woeful home form, and he’ll set up his side to frustrate the league leaders and hit them on the counter-attack.
Both Tottenham and Arsenal are hugely physical teams, and set-piece situations could be vital in the outcome of the match.
Set-pieces will play a huge part in Arsenal vs Tottenham
Tottenham have been brilliant at set-pieces, and they have only conceded from two in the league this season.
They are facing an Arsenal side who have been ruthless from corners, and they’ve scored 10 of their goals from set pieces.
Gabriel’s injury on international duty is a huge boost for Spurs, as they won’t have to deal with his monstrous presence in both boxes.
The North London derby rarely disappoints, and Frank will be hoping to end his winless run against the Gunners by capitalising on the Brazilian’s absence.
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