Mikel Arteta responds to ‘bottlers’ jibe as Arsenal look to get title push back on track
Mikel Arteta insisted the word “bottlers” is not part of his vocabulary as he denied Arsenal are blowing another chance to win the Premier League.
Arsenal surrendered a two-goal lead at bottom-of-the-table Wolves on Wednesday to hand the initiative to title rivals Manchester City.
If Pep Guardiola’s side win all their remaining 12 matches – which includes a pivotal contest against Arsenal at the Etihad in April – they will be crowned champions.
Jamie Braidwood22 February 2026 13:30
Tottenham are clueless but a vital change could reignite the fire to topple Arsenal
Igor Tudor begins his tenure as Tottenham’s new head coach in Sunday’s north London derby, where Arsenal’s quest for silverware on four fronts is a reminder of Spurs’s deep-rooted problem.
Miguel Delaney22 February 2026 13:15
What is the early Arsenal team news?
Martin Odegaard and Kai Havertz could both be back to bolster the Arsenal squad and leave Mikel Arteta with a few tough selection decisions to make.
Possible line-up: Raya; Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Hincapie; Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyokeres, Martinelli.
Jamie Braidwood22 February 2026 13:06
What is the Tottenham team news?
Richarlison has returned to first-team training for Tottenham, and may be considered for a matchday role. Pedro Porro is also nearing fitness, though there remains a long list of injury absentees for Igor Tudor to contend with. Cristian Romero is suspended.
Possible line-up: Vicario; Gray, Dragusin, Van de Ven; Porro, Gallagher, Palhinha, Spence; Kolo Muani, Solanke, Simons.
Jamie Braidwood22 February 2026 13:04
Tottenham vs Arsenal is due to kick off at 4.30pm GMT on Sunday 22 February at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Viewers in the United Kingdom can watch the match live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Premier League, with coverage on the channels from 4pm. A live stream will be available via Sky Go and NOW.
Jamie Braidwood22 February 2026 13:01
Tottenham Hotspur and Arsenal meet in a crucial Premier League clash as the North London rivals collide.
Spurs begin life under Igor Tudor looking to deal another blow to the league leaders after Arsenal squandered a two-goal lead against Wolves in midweek.
Tudor has been brought in to replace the dismissed Thomas Frank on a deal until the end of the season, and will need to spark a turnaround in form with Tottenham far from out of the relegation fight.
Success on derby day would represent an excellent start and prompt more questions over Mikel Arteta’s visitors.
Jamie Braidwood22 February 2026 13:00