Arsenal legend Ian Wright has made bold predictions with regard to the top four battle between his former side and Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League.
The Gunners have been on the rise so far. However, they surrendered their fourth position by losing two games on the trot this past week.
Spurs have been in scintillating form, scoring nine goals in their last two games with wins over Newcastle United (5-1) and Aston Villa (4-0). Wright has attributed this goalscoring form to why he believes Antonio Conte's men will go on to clinch UEFA Champions League qualification ahead of Arsenal.
He spoke on Match of the Day where he was asked which team he thinks will finish in the top four, saying (via HITC):
“Tottenham – I think especially when you look at how they can score, Arsenal are not scoring."
Tottenham have now scored more goals in the Premier League this season under Antonio Conte than Arsenal have under Mikel Arteta.
Harry Kane and Son-Heung Min have hit form at just the right moment. The latter's hat-trick on Saturday was just yet another reminder of the potency the duo share.
Whilst at Arsenal they have lacked the killer instinct, certainly their centre-forward Alexandre Lacazette has. The Frenchman has managed just one goal in the Premier League since December 24.
Arsenal have the better squad but Tottenham have three world class individuals
If you are to compare both squads, you would consider the Gunners to perhaps possess a more balanced and talented squad.
They have had three seasons under Arteta so the Spaniard has had time to shape the team into his image.
Prior to their two setbacks this week, where they were beaten by Crystal Palace and Brighton, they were in fine form.
What Spurs possess, that the Gunners do not, are three world-class individuals who are proving to be the difference makers.
Antonio Conte is a proven winner, having won trophies wherever he's managed, including the Serie A with Inter Milan and Juventus.
He also won the Premier League as well as the FA Cup with Chelsea.
His experience of being one of European football's top coaches has turned the tide in the top four race between the London rivals. He knows the situation and can deal with the pressure whilst this is new territory for Arteta in his youthful coaching career.
Harry Kane has time and again staked his claim as one of the best strikers in world football.
He has won the Premier League golden boot on four occasions during his career. Not only are his goalscoring exploits impressive, but his contribution to the team in transition has been incredible.
An example was on display with how he assisted Son Heung Min's second goal in the 4-0 demolition of Villa.
Son continues to flourish with the north London side, showing the consistency that has many deeming him one of the best wingers in Europe.
HUANG
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bro Ian W, dont only talk if u care Arsenal, u come n joint training season gunners, bring them motivation n key to bih 4. only talk = ZERO
Miockmnt
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spurs have 2 world class players while arteta remove 2 world class players 🤣🤪🤭
cidcimnouz
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Useless club like Tottenham too will be comparing themselves with CFC. Club without ambition and very irritating
What about arsenal if Tottenham is useless?
Puhbeikoz
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Arsenal made the worst mistake by not giving Unai Emily time like they have done for Arteta.This will cost them for the rest of their life second segregation of players by Arteta using personal feeling is one of his weaknesses. He did it on Ozil ,Auburmiyeng and now he is doing it on Pepe. This will lead to his way out.
not only arteta tortured ozil, suba and pepe but he also did the damage to torreira, gendouzi, saliba, Mo elneny and maitland niles
Bigmamajoe
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Useless club like Tottenham too will be comparing themselves with CFC. Club without ambition and very irritating
Look who’s talking about ambition
Kanechamp
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Yes the truth that you won’t finish 3rd . I agree
Antonio conte is listening to you
Miuabpuz
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as me omony Alex bomshort from Uganda am not happy for the arsenal how arteta sometimes put worse lineup like the one of arsenal vs Brighton
Miuabpuz
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arteta must change how to lineup so he will fight for top for raise
lord_henry-14
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37 reasons to sack Arteta thanks to this guy.No Arteta lovers can stand these facts 😂.
jazzy25
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Useless club like Tottenham too will be comparing themselves with CFC. Club without ambition and very irritating
what??
nuscelptyz
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Useless club like Tottenham too will be comparing themselves with CFC. Club without ambition and very irritating
Janbcekmnp
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Very true infact we are finishing in position 3 ahead of confused Chelsea
Just like Arsenal fans said before they lost their two consecutive match.
Sosacdist
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Arsenal made the worst mistake by not giving Unai Emily time like they have done for Arteta.This will cost them for the rest of their life second segregation of players by Arteta using personal feeling is one of his weaknesses. He did it on Ozil ,Auburmiyeng and now he is doing it on Pepe. This will lead to his way out.
vihioptz
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Wenger must go ohh sorry arteta must go
lord_henry-14
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sack Arteta we might have chance
AmiriKing07
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Saka finding X , were X is the top 4 please
Cotclmrst
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with Arteta Arsenal short passes and Lacazette is too poor to strike
huzbelmy
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Very true infact we are finishing in position 3 ahead of confused Chelsea
Pls who is more confused between Chelsea and Tottenham? 😂😂
Australia2437568
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It’s the truth
Yes the truth that you won’t finish 3rd . I agree
Kanechamp
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Carry on dreaming
It’s the truth
Cotbknty
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our defence is shocking still. Royal and Davies needs to go . Dont blurt yr mouth just yet , there are still a few games left, and Tottenham on many occasion show just how bad they can be.
Australia2437568
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Very true infact we are finishing in position 3 ahead of confused Chelsea
Carry on dreaming
citbnpstuy
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Arteta must go
Kanechamp
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Arsenal are in shambles injuries wise. It’s not the only reason they are struggling.. lack of depth is a big problem
We will in position 3 ahead of Chelsea
Kanechamp
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Very true infact we are finishing in position 3 ahead of confused Chelsea
cemabpruyz
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Arsenal are in shambles injuries wise. It’s not the only reason they are struggling.. lack of depth is a big problem