Arsenal vs Tottenham: 3 things to look for in first NLD of the season

LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 26: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their side's third goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on September 26, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)
LONDON, ENGLAND - SEPTEMBER 26: Bukayo Saka of Arsenal celebrates after scoring their side's third goal during the Premier League match between Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium on September 26, 2021 in London, England. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images) /
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Gabriel Jesus has scored just one goal against Spurs in ten games. (Photo by Visionhaus/Getty Images)
Gabriel Jesus has scored just one goal against Spurs in ten games. (Photo by Visionhaus/Getty Images) /

3. Can Gabriel Jesus rise to the occasion?

This is the kind of game that Jesus was bought for: to be the difference maker on the big occasion. Against United, the Brazilian was serviceable, but Mikel Arteta needs him to be a menace on Saturday.

The diminutive striker has hit the ground running since swapping Manchester for north London. What better way to further endear himself to the Gunners faithful than with a dominating performance in the North London derby?