Arsenal has shown strong performance throughout the 2025/26 season, but now faces pressure. Manchester City has narrowed the lead to just two points after their 2-1 victory over Newcastle on February 21. Mikel Arteta’s side aims for a remarkable quadruple season, with a Champions League last-16 match and a Carabao Cup final on the horizon. They have also advanced to the FA Cup fifth round. Arsenal will return to Premier League play on February 22, facing their rivals, Spurs. Here’s the predicted lineup and the latest team news.
Arsenal Predicted Lineup & Team News vs Tottenham
Recent Lineup
The Gunners recently played in a 4-2-3-1 formation during their dramatic draw against Wolverhampton at Molineux. David Raya was in goal, supported by defenders Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel, and Piero Hincapie.
Martin Zubimendi and Declan Rice held the midfield, while Gabriel Martinelli, Bukayo Saka, and Noni Madueke assisted forward Viktor Gyokeres.
Team News
In a recent press briefing, Arteta was asked about any new injury issues. He replied, “No, nothing new.”
Regarding Kai Havertz and Martin Odegaard, Arteta mentioned, “We have to wait until tomorrow, but there is a big possibility that they are available for the game.” Their return would significantly strengthen the team, although it might be too early for them to start in such a crucial match.
Predicted Lineup
GK: Raya
LB: Calafiori
CB: Saliba
CB: Gabriel
RB: Timber
CM: Zubimendi
CM: Rice
CM: Eze
LW: Trossard
ST: Gyokeres
RW: Saka