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Arsenal 0-0 Tottenham

Sky Sports' Sam Blitz at the Emirates Stadium:

"There was a huge cheer for Kai Havertz's name as it was read out on the tannoy.

"The Arsenal striker and his family suffered horrific social media abuse following the defeat to Manchester United and the home fans have sent a new - and much better - to the German for this massive game."

Arsenal 0-0 Tottenham

Fireworks at the Emirates!

Sky Sports' Sam Blitz at the Emirates Stadium:

"Arsenal enter the pitch with the entire team wearing Gabriel Jesus' shirt, with the Brazilian suffering an ACL injury at the weekend.

"Meanwhile, Arsenal have welcomed the players with a red firework display and a banner 'London is Red'.

"Atmosphere is electric here in N5. Arsenal know this game is big rivalry and points-wise. Will the players put on a revitalised performance to match?"

Here come the teams!

Sky Sports' Lewis Jones at the Emirates Stadium:

"London Calling by The Clash has been played. I'm a happy man.

"You know it's a big game when the fireworks come out pre-match.

"This magnificent stadium rises as one to welcome the teams. It's a misty night in north London. Which team will rise to the occasion? You feel Arsenal need a fast start to get this crowd on board."

Sky Sports' Lewis Jones at the Emirates Stadium:

"Excitement building. Yes, the mood within the home fans is a little edgy after some sketchy cup results of late but this is derby day. Just win. That has to be the message. All that matters is now."

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Saka at the Emirates as NLD warms up

Sky Sports' Sam Blitz at the Emirates Stadium:

"Bukayo Saka is pitchside at the Emirates right now, watching his team-mates warm up.

"The England winger is still on crutches as he recovers from his hamstring injury. A big miss for the Gunners tonight - the winger has either scored or assisted in the last four north London derbies.

"The player who replaced him, Ethan Nwaneri, is next to Saka as part of an injured players group watching the Arsenal players get ready for this one. The 17-year-old has returned to light training and could be available soon."

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Sky Sports' Sam Blitz at the Emirates Stadium:

"Tottenham actually have the best away defence this season - Ange Postecoglou's side are the only team to still be in single digits for goals conceded on the road.

"But there is a mixed context to this. Yes, Spurs have conceded so few away from home and three of the nine goals conceded came in one bizarre half at Brighton.

"And while they have walked away from the Etihad and Old Trafford with clean sheets to their name, their away defence looks good due to slender 1-0 defeats to the likes of Crystal Palace, Bournemouth and Nottingham Forest in recent weeks.

"What does this tell us? Tonight is likely to be very tight and with Arsenal's injury-hit attack, goals could be at a premium."

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What is the latest on Spurs' striker search?

Latest from Sky Sports News' Michael Bridge on Tottenham's striker search:

Tottenham's priority in this transfer window remains a forward and targets will be discussed after Randal Kolo Muani agreed to move to Juventus.

The Paris Saint-Germain forward was one Spurs had been looking at, but is set to play for Juve on loan for the rest of the season and therefore unavailable.

Richarlison is expected to be involved in the squad for tonight's north London derby, having not featured since early November due to a hamstring problem.

His return will come as a boost to Spurs' forward options, but the club are going to manage his recovery carefully.

The Brazil international's season has been blighted by injuries, restricting him to just seven appearances, just one of which were from the start.

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Injured attack vs injured defence

Sky Sports' Sam Blitz at the Emirates Stadium:

"It's a weird feeling for both teams as the two north London rivals are dealing with mass injury blows.

"At one end of the pitch, Arsenal have a limited attack with Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka and Ethan Nwaneri missing - while Tottenham have four out of their first-choice back five absent.

"But at the- other end of the pitch, it's a clean bill of health. Dominic Solanke, Heung-Min Son and Dejan Kulusevski will do battle with William Saliba, Gabriel and Co.

"So all in all, it's pretty well-balanced."

A fixture like no other...

Sky Sports' Lewis Jones at the Emirates Stadium:

"Always a pleasure to be covering THE best derby in the Premier League. There is always an intensity to these games which stands it out from the crowd - tonight should be no different. Ange Postecoglou has been out for a look around The Emirates - you can tell he relishes being part of nights like this. Strip back the football manager and he's just a football fan at heart. His team are here to play and to entertain, mate."

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Sky Sports News' Keith Downie at St James' Park:

"Murphy denied again by the Wolves keeper. What a start both players have had. Newcastle getting a lot of success down that side where Ait-Nouri has pushed up…"

There was a card waved in the direction of the Wolves bench, but unsure who for.

Wolves then attempt to break down the other end, but it ends with Guedes on the deck after a collision of legs with Burn.

He beats Ait Nouri down the right-hand side of the box and gets his shot away, but Sa pushes it to safety.

Newcastle just kicking up a gear in the last few minutes.

Sky Sports News' Keith Downie at St James' Park:

"Ait-Nouri is giving Newcastle all sorts of problems down the left. He’s almost like an additional striker despite a starting position of wing-back. Newcastle having to be very careful with him.

Sky Sports' Adam Bate:

"Murphy to Isak is the most common goal combination in the Premier League this season (five goals) and there is enough evidence early on to suggest they could add to that total tonight."

The third time in the opening 20 minutes that Newcastle have been flagged...

Murphy plays in a low, right-wing cross for Isak, but Sa gets down low to push the ball away with his feet.

The flag then rightly goes up so any goal would've been ruled out anyway.

Hwang sends in the cross from the left wing and he finds Guedes. But he just drags his shot past the post.

Hwang wants a corner after and is having words with the referee, but it's a Newcastle kick.

Sky Sports News' Keith Downie at St James' Park:

"Really good from Jacob Murphy. He’s been a real bonus to Eddie Howe in recent weeks and full of confidence. Sa with a top save to deny the direct winger."

A somewhat even start at St James' Park with Newcastle just shading things.

He trots along the top of the box before getting his shot away, but the goalkeeper is level to it.

Sky Sports' Adam Bate:

"I was at Old Trafford recently where Newcastle steamrollered a Manchester United side playing the same formation that Wolves are playing here. That advantage in midfield was key that day. Interesting to see how it plays out this time."

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The midweek Premier League action continues this evening as Newcastle host Wolves.

The Magpies have won their last eight games in all competitions, and could move into the top four with a win.

Wolves have shown improvement under new manager Vitor Pereira, but have not won in the Premier League since Boxing Day.

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Wolves boss Vitor Pereira says confidence is key as his side prepare to kick off a daunting run of Premier League fixtures with a trip to Newcastle on Wednesday.

Last week's home defeat to Nottingham Forest was Pereira's first setback since replacing Gary O'Neil and dumped his side back in the relegation zone, with games against the likes of Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool looming.

Pereira will be boosted by the respective returns of Nelson Semedo and Matheus Cunha from injury and suspension for the trip to St James' Park, while Craig Dawson and Mario Lemina will also be available.

"Nelson, Dawson and Cunha will be ready for the match, but they are coming from injury so we need to be careful about the minutes that they can play," Pereira said.

Howe also praised 35-year-old goalkeeper Martin Dubravka - who has deputised for the injured Nick Pope for the Magpies' last eight games - for maintaining a "measured approach" amid links with a move to Saudi Pro League side Al Shabab this month.

"There's no change," Howe commented. "I think discussions will take place. I'm not directly involved in them.

"I think Martin's handled himself really well in this period. I think there's been a lot of noise, but when I look at him he's exactly the same.

"He's kept goal really well, and I think he's been very measured in his approach, he's never let anything off the field affect his psychology. I think he's been top drawer."

Newcastle trio Alexander Isak, Sven Botman and Jacob Murphy were all absent for the FA Cup clash against Bromley but manager Eddie Howe believes they should be ready for Wednesday's home game against Wolves.

"We'll have a look at them again today," he said. "They were left out for genuine reasons.

"So, all different things, but nothing major, we hope. Minor problems that we needed to settle down, fingers crossed they'll be there or thereabouts."

One player the Magpies will be without is Harvey Barnes after the winger was named in the starting line-up to face Bromley, but withdrawn at half-time.

Howe added: "Harvey will be missing for a period of time, I don't think it's a serious injury, but it will be enough to keep him out for a few weeks.

"I think we're probably looking around a month, don't hold me to that, but that's sort of the early assessment.

"He's had a scan, as I say it's not too bad, but it will be enough to keep him out."

The New York Jets, Cleveland Browns and Jacksonville Jaguars have been confirmed as the designated home teams for the 2025 NFL London games.

The Jets will play in the UK for the second successive year and for the fourth time overall after suffering a 23-17 defeat to the Minnesota Vikings at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium last October.

Cleveland return for their second London game in franchise history after losing 33-16 to the Vikings at Twickenham back in 2017, while the Jags will visit the capital for a league-leading 14th time after playing back-to-back games overseas for two years running.

Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will feature games with the Jets and Browns, while Jacksonville are back at Wembley for the 10th time.

"We look forward to welcoming the Jets, Browns and Jaguars to London as part of the 2025 NFL International Games," said NFL UK & Ireland General Manager Henry Hodgson.

"This season will see us surpass 40 regular season games in the capital, a testament to the role the UK has played in growing the game globally. The London games are a continued catalyst for year-round fan engagement and we are focused on serving our 15m fans, reaching new communities and driving growth in flag football participation, which now sees over 100,000 young people play the game."

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It remains to be seen how the Jets will shape up heading into the 2025 season amid question marks over the future of four-time MVP quarterback Aaron Rodgers, whose hopes of steering the franchise to Super Bowl contention saw him suffer a season-ending Achilles injury four plays into his debut in 2023 before enduring another gruelling campaign on the way to a 5-12 finish in 2024.

The Jets are also set to arrive with a new head coach after Robert Saleh was fired following October's loss to the Vikings in London. The team is currently riding the longest active postseason drought in the NFL after failing to reach the playoffs for a 14th consecutive year, though does boast a star-studded receiving core led by Garrett Wilson and Davante Adams, alongside star running back Breece Hall.

"We are excited to bring the unique and entertaining atmosphere of a New York Jets home game to London as part of the 2025 NFL International Games," said New York Jets president Hymie Elhai.

"It is another great opportunity for our organization to build upon our brand and fandom in the UK which we have enjoyed cultivating the last few years. The success of the NFL's international games speaks directly to the sport's increasing global reach, and we are proud to continue as ambassadors of the game."

Jacksonville will again be led by former No 1 pick quarterback Trevor Lawrence, whose 2024 campaign was disrupted by a shoulder injury and a concussion, but will be guided by a new head coach having parted ways with Doug Pederson in the wake of a 4-13 record this season. Jags first-round pick Brian Thomas Jr has emerged as one of the league's most gifted young wide receivers, while former first overall selection Travon Walker is coming off back-to-back seasons of 10-plus sacks.

"We are once again delighted that we will be back in London later this year for our 14th game in the capital and are grateful for our extended partnership with the Football Association that makes it possible to play another home game at Wembley Stadium, one of the world's most iconic stadiums and the Jaguars' home away from home," said Jacksonville Jaguars owner Shad Khan.

"The game is the pinnacle of the amazing work we do every day at a grassroots level and I'm proud that our JagTag flag football program reached over 100,000 young people in 2024, helping to grow the sport of American football outside the US."

Myles Garrett looms as the chief attraction for the Browns as a perennial Defensive Player of the Year contender having managed 102.5 sacks since entering the league as the No 1 pick in 2017, second only to TJ Watt's 108 in that time.

Browns wide receiver Jerry Jeudy just enjoyed a career year with 90 catches for 1,229 yards and four touchdowns despite Cleveland's uncertainty at quarterback behind Deshaun Watson and Jameis Winston, while Nick Chubb remains one of the league's most popular players at running back after making his return from a long-term knee injury earlier this year.

Cleveland could touch down with a new face at quarterback having secured the No 2 overall pick at the 2025 NFL Draft after their 3-14 finish to the year.

"We're thrilled to be named a designated team for the 2025 NFL London Games, making our second international trip as a club and our first time playing at the incredible Tottenham Hotspur Stadium," said Haslam Sports Group COO David Jenkins. "We look forward to playing in front of our fans in the UK this upcoming season and to help continue to grow both the Browns and the NFL's global popularity."

The NFL has now staged 39 regular season games in the UK since the first between the Miami Dolphins and New York Giants in 2007, with October's match between the Jaguars and New England Patriots drawing a record London attendance of 86,651 at Wembley Stadium.

This year's game will mark the 27th to be played at Wembley, while Tottenham Hotspur Stadium will welcome its 11th and 12th contests as the official 'home of the NFL' in the UK amid the current deal that will see two regular-season games played at Tottenham each year through the 2029-30 season.

The NFL's growth overseas reached new heights in 2024 as the league held its first regular-season game in Brazil when the Philadelphia Eagles overcame the Green Bay Packers at Sao Paulo's Arena Corinthians in the opening week of the campaign.

Besides three games in London, this year's calendar will also feature a maiden regular-season game in Spain, hosted at Real Madrid's Santiago Bernabéu Stadium. The league will also play in Germany for the fourth year in a row, this time heading to the Olympic Stadium in Berlin having played two games in both Frankfurt and Munich across the last three seasons.

Fans can register for information around the 2025 NFL London games here: nfl.com/london.

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Ange Postecoglou has claimed even Mohamed Salah would struggle in his Tottenham side despite the Liverpool forward's red-hot form in front of goal.

Salah has scored 21 goals across his 27 appearances in all competitions this season and will now look to carry this form into Wednesday's Carabao Cup semi-final against Tottenham, live on Sky Sports.

Meanwhile, Postecoglou's side have slipped to 12th in the Premier League table following a run of four games without a win, which included a 6-3 loss to Liverpool back in December.

Salah scored two goals and provided two assists during that meeting and despite his scintillating form throughout the 2024/25 campaign so far, Postecoglou has stated the Egypt forward would still struggle to thrive in his team.

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"Mo's a world-class player, but if you put him in our team at the moment, I'm not sure he would have the same impact because of the situation we're in as a group," said the Tottenham boss.

"He's playing in a fantastic team that are flying at the moment. I'd hazard to say that if you put Sonny [Heung-Min Son] in Liverpool's team, I reckon his goal-scoring return would be decent.

"It's hard for our players at the moment, they're trying awfully hard to be the best they can be."

No rush to determine Son's long-term future after one-year option activated

Tottenham enter the showdown in north London buoyed by the knowledge that Son Heung-min will remain at the club until at least the summer of 2026 after activating an option to extend his contract.

The South Korea forward is an influential player for Spurs, scoring 169 goals in 431 appearances, but Postecoglou insists there is no rush to discuss his longer-term future.

"It's not something that needs to be forced one way or another," he said.

"When you've got a player like Sonny who has such a standing at a club - and I know how highly the club regards him and how much he loves the club - I just think it'll all happen mutually.

"I don't think the club will be in a position of trying to force anything or Sonny would try and force anything.

"There is enough respect and credit between both parties that those kind of discussions will happen naturally and I think will come to a conclusion that everyone is happy with."

Ange: Carabao Cup success can help our future

Postecoglou has traditionally viewed league form as the best barometer of his team's progress but with 10 players out injured and Pape Sarr and James Maddison serving suspensions against Arne Slot's side, he believes something special could be forged in adversity.

"We're having a tough season. Our league form is really poor and we need to improve," he said.

"But we are in a semi-final of a competition and with the group of players we've got at the moment, if we can achieve something where they are in their careers, it sets you up really well for what we're trying to build here. I think it does.

"It's not the be-all and end-all, as I've said many times. But if we get to a final and win a trophy, we'll look back on this period of where we are as a small group of players having to rise above and beyond to get there.

"That will be as worthy of the achievement as actually winning it."

Attempt blocked. Wataru Endo (Liverpool) left footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Assisted by Virgil van Dijk.

Attempt saved. Darwin Núñez (Liverpool) left footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the bottom left corner. Assisted by Luis Díaz.

Delay over. They are ready to continue.

Delay in match because of an injury Radu Dragusin (Tottenham Hotspur).

Goal! Tottenham Hotspur 1, Liverpool 0. Lucas Bergvall (Tottenham Hotspur) right footed shot from the centre of the box to the bottom right corner. Assisted by Dominic Solanke.

Delay over. They are ready to continue.

Delay in match because of an injury Kostas Tsimikas (Liverpool).

Attempt saved. Ryan Gravenberch (Liverpool) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Darwin Núñez.

Attempt missed. Dejan Kulusevski (Tottenham Hotspur) right footed shot from the left side of the box misses to the right. Assisted by Timo Werner.

GOAL OVERTURNED BY VAR: Dominic Solanke (Tottenham Hotspur) scores but the goal is ruled out after a VAR review.

Attempt missed. Timo Werner (Tottenham Hotspur) left footed shot from the left side of the box is close, but misses to the left. Assisted by Archie Gray following a fast break.

Attempt missed. Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool) right footed shot from the centre of the box is close, but misses to the left.

Attempt blocked. Trent Alexander-Arnold (Liverpool) right footed shot from the right side of the box is blocked. Assisted by Kostas Tsimikas with a cross.

Attempt saved. Darwin Núñez (Liverpool) right footed shot from the right side of the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Mohamed Salah.

Lucas Bergvall (Tottenham Hotspur) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

Attempt saved. Darwin Núñez (Liverpool) header from the centre of the box is saved in the top left corner. Assisted by Kostas Tsimikas with a cross.

Delay over. They are ready to continue.

Delay in match because of an injury Son Heung-Min (Tottenham Hotspur).

Attempt missed. Pedro Porro (Tottenham Hotspur) right footed shot from the centre of the box misses to the left. Assisted by Lucas Bergvall.

Attempt blocked. Pedro Porro (Tottenham Hotspur) right footed shot from outside the box is blocked. Assisted by Lucas Bergvall.

Brennan Johnson (Tottenham Hotspur) wins a free kick on the right wing.

Attempt blocked. Diogo Jota (Liverpool) left footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Assisted by Cody Gakpo.

Attempt saved. Lucas Bergvall (Tottenham Hotspur) header from the centre of the box is saved in the top right corner. Assisted by Son Heung-Min with a cross.

Attempt missed. Cody Gakpo (Liverpool) right footed shot from the left side of the box is high and wide to the right. Assisted by Alexis Mac Allister.

Attempt saved. Cody Gakpo (Liverpool) right footed shot from outside the box is saved in the centre of the goal. Assisted by Diogo Jota.

Attempt blocked. Brennan Johnson (Tottenham Hotspur) left footed shot from the centre of the box is blocked. Assisted by Lucas Bergvall.

Attempt missed. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) right footed shot from the centre of the box is close, but misses the top right corner. Assisted by Cody Gakpo.

Attempt blocked. Cody Gakpo (Liverpool) right footed shot from the left side of the box is blocked. Assisted by Alexis Mac Allister.

Attempt saved. Alexis Mac Allister (Liverpool) header from the centre of the box is saved in the top centre of the goal. Assisted by Kostas Tsimikas.

Yves Bissouma (Tottenham Hotspur) is shown the yellow card for a bad foul.

Lucas Bergvall (Tottenham Hotspur) wins a free kick on the right wing.

Delay over. They are ready to continue.

Delay in match because of an injury Jarell Quansah (Liverpool).

Attempt missed. Mohamed Salah (Liverpool) left footed shot from outside the box misses to the right. Assisted by Cody Gakpo.

Delay over. They are ready to continue.

Delay in match because of an injury Rodrigo Bentancur (Tottenham Hotspur).

Attempt saved. Radu Dragusin (Tottenham Hotspur) right footed shot from the centre of the box is saved in the bottom left corner. Assisted by Son Heung-Min.

Attempt missed. Son Heung-Min (Tottenham Hotspur) left footed shot from the left side of the box misses to the right. Assisted by Rodrigo Bentancur following a corner.