Arsenal predicted lineup vs Totteham: Must-win North London Derby

Forwards

Bukayo Saka (RW) – I hinted at this earlier, but Saka will retain his place at right-wing. As much as I’d like to see Pepe and Cedric come into the team, our starboy has done nothing but shine lately. He’ll be our biggest threat, as he has been week-in, week-out. His ever-present skill on the half-turn, especially, will prove crucial against the aggressive Spurs midfield.

Alexandre Lacazette (ST) – Speaking of players who turn it up a notch against Spurs…his deeper-lying presence will prove a pest for Pierre-Emile Hojbjerg, which is never a bad idea, and he deserves a chance to get back into goalscoring form. Furthermore, he has formed an excellent partnership with Emile Smith Rowe in recent weeks, and assuming the Croydon De Bruyne gets the nod, Lacazette should too.

Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (LW) – This is a bit of an odd call, as Arteta has trusted him up front lately, with a rash of more creative players behind him. But assuming Aubameyang doesn’t start up front, the need for pure creativity may have lessened slightly, as his replacement can create chances in his own right.

I think Arteta will want to alter his tactics slightly, and using Aubameyang’s pace on the left wing to get in behind the Spurs backline will likely be a major asset as well.