Overview
- Thomas Frank said he wants Spurs to "embrace controlled chaos" in an expected "madhouse" at the Emirates, targeting transitions, high press and set‑piece phases.
- The Spurs manager confirmed Lucas Bergvall, Archie Gray, Mohammed Kudus, Randal Kolo Muani and Pape Matar Sarr are available for selection after returning to training.
- Dominic Solanke is not ready to return, with Frank insisting the club will avoid rushing him back to prevent setbacks.
- Mikel Arteta confirmed centre‑back Gabriel sustained a thigh injury on Brazil duty and will be out for weeks, with further scans to clarify the timeline.
- Both teams have leaned on set pieces this season—Arsenal leading the league and Spurs markedly improved—setting up a subplot between set‑piece coaches Nicolas Jover and Andreas Georgson, as Spurs bring strong away form but a long winless Premier League run at the Emirates.