This Sunday, November 23, the 12th day of the Premier League between Arsenal and Tottenham.
Then we leave you with the possible composition of the Gunners for this match scheduled for 11:30 a.m. (US time), 10:30 a.m. (Mexico), 5:30 p.m. (US time). (Spain).
The possible line-up of Arsenal against Tottenham for the 12th day of the Premier League
PO: David Raya – The Spanish goalkeeper has been the undisputed starter since 2024 after arriving on loan from Brentford and then signing permanently. Great specialist in footwork, reflexes and ball delivery.
LD: Jurrien Timber – Dutch right back/carrier (can also play as central defender). He offers versatility, technical quality and delivery of the ball.
DFC: William Saliba – The French central defender, one of the best defenders in the world in his position. A fundamental pillar of Arsenal since 2022, he stands out for his elegance, his physical strength, his reading of the game and his ability to get out of the game.
DFC: Ben White – English right back (can also play as central defender). Very solid defensively, excellent one-on-one, good center and great tactical intelligence. He could start as central defender due to injury Magalhanes.
LI: Piero Hincapié – The Ecuadorian center back/left foot is a recent signing from Arsenal (summer 2025). Powerful and fast left foot, good in duels and with excellent ball efficiency. He arrives to strengthen the defense and compete with Gabriel/Through. He could start on the wing due to the injury Riccardo Calafiori.
MD: Mercy of the King – The English attacking midfielder/winger of Nigerian origin, originally from Crystal Palace. Creative player, dribbler, with excellent ball striking and reaching into the box. Provides imbalance and goal from the second line.
MC: Martin Zubimendi – He is a Spanish pivot who is one of the big recruits of the Arsenal in 2025. Elegant, excellent in distribution, excellent positioning and recovery. Considered the “natural successor” of Rodri in the Spanish team.
MI: Declan Rice – The English midfielder, occasional captain and leader of the team. Signature of Western Ham in 2023 for a record number. Complete box-to-box: collects, distributes, reaches the zone and has a goal. One of the best in the world at his position.
ED: Come on – The English right winger, young player and star of the team. Dribbling, overflowing, assists, scoring and good mentality. One of the leaders of the locker room at only 24 years old and already captain on several occasions.
DC: Mikel Mérinos – The Spanish striker, signed from Real Sociedad in 2024. Tall left-footed, excellent in the air, arrival in the box, recovery and progressive passing. He brings physicality and experience.
IE: Léandro Trossard – The Belgian left winger, very versatile (can play in different offensive positions). Excellent definition, tactical intelligence and one of the best substitutes in the team. Very reliable coming off the bench or starting out.
This is what Arsenal’s formation would look like (4-3-3)
Goalkeeper: David Raya.
Defenses: Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Ben White, Piero Hincapié.
midfielder: Eberechi Eze, Martin Zubimendi, Declan Rice.
Attackers: Bukayo Saka, Mikel Merino, Léandro Trossard.
The possible line-up of Tottenham against Arsenal for the 12th day of the Premier League
PO: Guglielmo Vicario – The Italian goalkeeper has been the undisputed starter since his arrival in 2023. Very confident between the sticks, excellent in aerial releases and blessed with very good reflexes. One of the most consistent goalkeepers in the Premier League.
LD: Pedro Porro – The Spanish are back. Pure attacking winger: excellent cross, long shot, tireless running and very good one-on-one attack.
DFC: Cristian Romero – The Argentine central defender is the leader of the defense. Aggressive, strong in the duel, excellent ball throwing and very intense. 2022 world champion and one of the best central defenders in the league.
DFC: Micky van de Ven – Dutch central defender, the fastest defender in the Premier League. Very quick left foot, good anticipation and a very solid one-on-one. With Romero, he forms one of the most promising central defender pairs in Europe.
LI: Grandpa Spence – The English right back (can also play on the left). He returns after loans and establishes himself in 2025 as an explosive, fast winger with great offensive ability.
MCD: João Palhinha – The Portuguese pivot, star recruit of the summer of 2025 from Fulham. Total Destroyer: Leader in recoveries and tackles across Europe, excellent positioning and improved ball delivery. The “anchor” that was missing from Tottenham’s midfield.
MCD: Pape Matar Sarr – The Senegalese midfielder, a youngster who has definitely exploded. Dynamic box-to-box, good arrival in the area, excellent in pressure and with very good shots. Undisputed holder at just 23 years old.
MD: Brennan Johnson – The Welsh right winger. Very fast, unbalancing one on one and with a goal. After a first year of adaptation, it is in 2025 in its best version and constitutes a regular starter.
AGC: Xavi Simons – The Dutch midfielder/winger, loaned with an option to purchase by PSG in the summer of 2025. Magical player: dribbling, vision of the game, last pass and goal. One of the most exciting signings and he is already a key part of Postecoglou’s project.
MI: Richarlison -The Brazilian striker. Versatile (can play as a “9” or on the left wing). Physically strong, good pressure and a flair for goals when he is on the line.
DC: Redan ICLDING – The French center forward, great summer recruit in 2025 from PSG. Fast, powerful, excellent standout and definition. It came to be the benchmark ‘9’ and ensure internal competition.
This is what Tottenham’s formation would look like (4-2-3-1)
Goalkeeper: Guillaume Vicaire.
Defenses: Borroyed Pedro, Romero Christian, Ven, Djed Spence.
midfielder: João Palhinha, Pope Matar Sarr; Brennan Johnson, Xavi Simons, Richarlison.
Attackers: The first prank.
