Arsenal, Tottenham and Thomas Frank
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Tottenham manager Thomas Frank was bizarrely seen drinking from an Arsenal coffee cup before his side’s 3-2 defeat at Bournemouth.
Before Wednesday's goalless draw with Crystal Palace, Villa boss Unai Emery spoke of the difficulty of facing Palace at Selhurst Park, but he will have been disappointed not to close the gap on league leaders Arsenal.
Before his arrival in north London this summer, most of the talk around the Spaniard centred on what he would offer Arsenal in possession
Liverpool’s nine-match unbeaten run has eased pressure on Slot in the Anfield dugout, but performances remain inconsistent and unconvincing. Even victories have highlighted defensive frailties and draws with Leeds United (twice), Sunderland and Fulham underscore how far the Reds still must climb.
At the moment, Hugo Ekitike looks like a major doubt for the game against Arsenal on Thursday [20:00 GMT]. The understanding is that it will not be a lengthy injury but Liverpool simply do not want to risk him, especially with Alexander Isak out and Mohamed Salah away at Afcon.
Havertz returned to the bench for the first time since August last Tuesday but missed the trip to Bournemouth on Saturday.
The Reds have been pragmatic since their downward spiral, prioritising results, but as Richard Jolly details, Arne Slot must find the right balance to justify his change
Mikel Arteta has suggested Ebere Eze is in line for more opportunities in the coming months.The 27-year-old has been an unused substitute in Arsenal’s last four league games.Speaking last week,