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Arsenal’s nerves tested ahead of Tottenham derby

Arsenal head to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for a crucial derby, with questions about their ‘bottle’ character heightened by a late equaliser at Wolves.

Arsenal, top of the Premier League and unbeaten in the Champions League, travel to Tottenham Hotspur Stadium for a North London derby that could decide the title race. The Gunners’ recent 2‑0 loss to Wolves, where a late equaliser erased their lead, has sparked criticism of their nerve and raised concerns about a ‘bottle’ character. With only two wins from seven league games, the team’s form has been shaky, even as they prepare for a Carabao Cup final against Manchester City and a FA Cup tie at Mansfield Town. Tottenham, meanwhile, have won only two of 13 league games this term, adding to the pressure on Arsenal to perform.