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In the build-up to the derby against Tottenham at Emirates Stadium, BBC Sport goes behind the scenes of the independent Arsenal supporters' club to find a story of grief, love and community in the heart of north London.
Tom McCoy
BBC Sport journalist
Arsenal begin a testing run of fixtures by hosting arch rivals Tottenham, who are unbeaten away from home in the league. BBC Sport examines some of the key themes before Sunday's 198th north London derby.
The Gunners' 10-match winning streak ended with a 2-2 draw at Sunderland but they are still in a commanding position – top of the Premier League and boasting a perfect record in the Champions League.
But this is the start of a tough week for Mikel Arteta's side, with the derby followed by Wednesday's home game against Bayern Munich – arguably Europe's most in-form team – before another match versus London opposition, away to Chelsea.
They will have to negotiate this period without key centre-back Gabriel, who faces a spell on the sidelines after being injured playing for Brazil against Senegal at Emirates Stadium last weekend.
Arsenal have previously suffered when the first-choice partnership of Gabriel and William Saliba has been disrupted, but they invested in quality cover this summer. Cristhian Mosquera, Spain Under-21s captain, arrived from Valencia, while Ecuador international Piero Hincapie joined on loan from Bayer Leverkusen.
Even so, Gabriel's absence is significant. Arsenal have won 64% of the Premier League games he has played in since arriving five years ago, compared to 40% without him.
He is also a potent set-piece threat, scoring 11 goals in the past two years – including the only goal in last season's win at Spurs.
Frank's first north London derby
The injury-time equaliser Tottenham conceded in the 2-2 draw with Manchester United means they remain winless at home in the league since the opening weekend.
Away from north London, it is a different story. Spurs are the only Premier League side yet to lose on the road this season.
Nonetheless, new head coach Thomas Frank has struggled to win over supporters with his style of play. His team have yet to click in attack, averaging fewer than 10 shots per match, the third-lowest figure in the top flight.
Tottenham were booed off in their last London derby under Frank, a 1-0 defeat by Chelsea earlier this month. They posted an expected goals total of just 0.1 in that defeat – the lowest by any team in a Premier League game this season.
Victory in Frank's first north London derby would be a huge statement, but history offers little encouragement. Spurs have won just one of their past 32 league visits to Arsenal.
In this week's edition of The Football Interview, Kelly Somers speaks to Arsenal forward Bukayo Saka.
They discuss growing up and breaking into the Gunners side, as well as his Nigerian heritage - plus, Saka speaks about life away from football and his new-found love for coffee.
Listen to the interview in full on BBC Sounds
Alex Howell
Arsenal reporter
Image source, Getty ImagesMikel Arteta says he has "confidence" Bukayo Saka will sign a new contract at Arsenal and believes the winger is going to leave a "legacy" at the club.
The 24-year-old has become one of Arteta's go-to players and scored 76 goals and registered 71 assists in 277 appearances.
Saka is also in Arsenal's leadership group and has captained the side in the absence of regular skipper Martin Odegaard.
Arteta has been repeatedly asked about Saka's new contract as Arsenal have tied down a number of their stars to long-term deals.
In a news conference before the game against Tottenham, the Arsenal boss was asked why he is so relaxed about the situation.
"I prefer that word, I think it is confidence," Arteta said. "What Bukayo has transmitted to me and the club, and Emeka [Obasi, Saka's agent) as well, is that they want to continue to be here.
"It's a very healthy and powerful relationship. The journey that he has had at the club and what he has become is something we want to maintain.
"That is something that is going to leave a legacy at this club and he needs to fulfil that role."
Image source, Getty ImagesThe Premier League will from next season move to a new system of Financial Fair Play (FFP) based on squad costs.
The clubs met in London on Friday to vote on three possible methods of replacing Profit and Sustainability Rules (PSR).
Squad Cost Ratio (SCR) got 14 votes in favour and six against, which is the minimum number that is required to exact a rule change.
Overall squad costs from next season will have to be limited to 85% of a club's revenue, although teams competing in Europe will have to adhere to Uefa's maximum of 70%.
Squad costs comprise player and manager wages, transfer fees and agents' fees.
Rules around sustainability, which set out a club's financial spending plans over the medium and long term, were passed unanimously.
Tasnim Chowdhury
BBC Sport journalist
Image source, Getty ImagesThe Premier League has announced the start and end dates for the 2026-27 season.
The first round of fixtures will take place across the weekend of 22 August 2026 - a week later than previous seasons.
The later start allows rest time for players - 89 clear days from the end of this season, and 33 days from the 2026 World Cup final.
The Premier League said the delay was a "priority" for player welfare in an "increasingly congested global football calendar".
The final matches of the season will be played on Sunday, 30 May 2027, with all fixtures kicking off simultaneously as usual.
The season will end a week before the 2027 Champions League final, which will be on Saturday, 5 June.
There will be 33 weekend and five midweek fixtures - the same as the current season.
For the festive period, the Premier League have said no two match rounds will take place within 60 hours.
It has not been confirmed if there will be any fixtures on 24 December 2026.
However, as Boxing Day falls on a Saturday, the Premier League has said there will be more matches scheduled than this season, when there is only one.
Alex Howell
Arsenal reporter
Image source, Getty ImagesMikel Arteta has been without Viktor Gyokeres, Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, Noni Madueke and Martin Odegaard through injury in recent weeks, and has also now lost centre-back Gabriel as well.
The Arsenal boss has hinted that some of those who have been out could return for the match against rivals Tottenham Hotspur at Emirates Stadium.
But Arteta would not elaborate on names, saying he will wait for Saturday's training session before deciding on who could come back into the squad on Sunday.
"We put a lot of energy during the international break with a lot of the medical staff to try to bring them as quickly as possible," Arteta said.
"We have another training session to see how some of them are feeling and whether it is a bit too close to bring them to this game or if they can have a contribution in this game. Tomorrow, we will have more clarity."
Katie Stafford
BBC Sport journalist
Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has been speaking to the media before Sunday's Premier League game against Tottenham at Emirates Stadium (kick-off 16:30 GMT).
Here are the key lines from his news conference:
Arteta confirmed Gabriel will be "out for weeks" after picking up an injury on international duty. The defender needs another scan and then "the timescale will be much more clear."
On how big of a loss it is: "It's clear it's a blow because it's our leader in the back line. To lose him is never a good thing, but the positive is that we have very good options and people have to stand up now and do the job."
He did not give any specific updates on those already out injured like Viktor Gyokeres, Gabriel Martinelli, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Jesus, Noni Madueke and Martin Odegaard, but he said "they will have more clarity" after Saturday's training session.
More from Arteta on those players: "We put in a lot of energy during the international break with all the medical staff to try to bring them as quickly as possible. Tomorrow we have another training session, to see how some of them are feeling and whether it is a bit too close to bring them to this game or if they can have a contribution in this game."
On the North London derby: "It's a big city but it's a big rivalry in this part of London. We have been more dominant in recent years and it is just beautiful to play it at home. We know what it means to them [the fans] and what energy they are going to bring. We can't wait."
He said Tottenham "will be very tough" opponents and he dismissed any talk that their league position. Arteta added: "You have to earn the right to be where you are. Their record has been very good away from home. No one gives you anything in this league."
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The final part of our special Q&A with Arsenal reporter Alex Howell looks at the club's finances and stadium plans. Scroll down this page to read the first three parts published earlier on Friday and on Thursday afternoon.
James asked: With the high levels of spending over the past few years, are we close to breaching the spending rules?
Alex answered: Arsenal are still compliant with PSR, even after their summer spend. The biggest issue they will face is the Uefa squad cost ratio.
The commercial business of the club is good and improved, and this is allowing them to spend on the squad.
Every club has to trade players, especially in this market and because of the way finances are calculated. Arsenal are not actively looking to sell but, of course, they have assets which could attract interest if it got to that.
Image source, Getty ImagesDavid asked: Are there any updates as to what the plans are for a stadium expansion? Some of the things I read online are frankly wacky.
Alex answered: There is a committee at the club which discusses the possible ways a stadium expansion could work.
Building more seats up into the stands to increase capacity has been discussed but like all of the plans, it is all discussion at this point.
Alex Howell
Arsenal reporter
Image source, Getty ImagesIt is the start of an important run of games for Arsenal - but, for supporters, there aren't any more important than the north London derby.
But Mikel Arteta has some difficult choices to make. There are injury issues in the Arsenal squad with centre-back Gabriel the latest to go down with an issue he picked up playing for Brazil.
Noni Madueke, Gabriel Martinelli, Martin Odegaard, Viktor Gyokeres, Kai Havertz and Gabriel Jesus have been out, while Riccardo Calafiori left the Italy squad early.
Arteta does not like to give anything anyway with regards to fitness, but he is going to be asked if any of those players will be back for the match against Tottenham on Sunday.
Arteta is due to speak to the media at about 13:30 GMT so come back to this page later this afternoon for all the key lines.
Our Arsenal reporter Alex Howell has been answering your questions in a special Q&A across Thursday and Friday. Scroll down this page for parts one and two that were published yesterday.
Eddy asked: What position is weakest in Arsenal's first XI and who might they pick up in January or in the summer to play that role?
Alex answered: It's hard to highlight a weak position in the Arsenal side, especially after their summer business.
One always debated area is the left-wing position. Leandro Trossard has been among Arsenal's best players this season and has made that position his own with eight goal involvements (four goals, four assists) in all competitions.
Previously, Gabriel Martinelli had been a certain starter but has lost his regular starting place, although he has had some big moments this season.
Eberechi Eze has also played there, but Arsenal do not see him as an out-and-out winger. He has played mostly as a number 10, particularly while Martin Odegaard has been out injured.
Trossard is now 30 and despite signing improved terms in August, his contract still runs out in 2027 while Martinelli is someone who has been discussed as a possible option to sell.
Either leaving would lead to the possibility of another winger but after a summer with a heavy outlay, it would be hard to see Arsenal spending heavily again.
However, the club are always monitoring the market and will be sure to react if they see an option or deal that presents value that they feel is too good to turn down.
Image source, Getty ImagesHilton asked: In light of the spate of injuries, are Arsenal likely to participate in the transfer window?
Alex said: I do not think the injuries will see Arsenal do anything that they have not planned in the coming transfer window.
The reason the club spent so heavily in the summer is that they wanted to increase the quality and depth of the squad – which they did.
It is true that is being tested with this current bout of injuries but it is the reason they brought in eight players this summer.
None of the injuries are thought to be long term - they are hoping some of those who are out injured will be back before the end of the year - and this would ease Arteta's current selection trouble.
Even so, the club are always ready to act if a situation came up that they feel is too good to turn down - look at the Eze deal.
Come back to this page later on Friday for the final part of the Q&A, which will look at stadium expansion and spending limits
Alex Howell
Arsenal reporter
Image source, Getty ImagesThe north London derby is just around the corner and anticipation is building in the Arsenal fanbase before the match, but this is just the start of an important three games for the Gunners.
Arsenal play Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, before taking on Bayern Munich in midweek in the Champions League and then Chelsea the following Sunday.
Mikel Arteta has a number of issues to deal with as a number of players are out injured or have doubts over their fitness.
Centre-back Gabriel is arguably the biggest blow because of the way he has been playing this season and the threat he offers in the opposition box.
Gabriel has two goals and three assists this season, with only four Arsenal players involved in more goals than the defender.
Riccardo Calafiori also left the Italy camp early with questions over his fitness. A source has said this is just load management but Arteta will be able to update about this later on Friday in his news conference before the north London derby.
Piero Hincapie could be in line to come in at centre-back if Calafiori is fit.
Hincapie has started in central defence against Brighton in the Carabao Cup and at left-back against Slavia Prague in the Champions League, and Arteta is a big fan of the intensity with which the Ecuador international approaches matches. That could be useful in the game against Spurs at Emirates Stadium.
In the forward area, Noni Madueke, Gabriel Martinielli, Viktor Gyokeres and Martin Odegaard have all been unavailable in recent weeks, but there are hopes a couple of those may be back for Sunday's game.
Come back to this page later on Friday for all the key lines from Arteta's news conference
Arsenal are exploring a shock move for Napoli and Scotland midfielder Scott McTominay, 28, with Tottenham, Everton and Manchester United also interested. (Teamtalk), external
Liverpool, Tottenham, Manchester United, Manchester City and Arsenal all retain an interest in Bournemouth and Ghana winger Antoine Semenyo, 25. (Talksport), external
Arsenal are close to agreeing a new long-term deal with Bukayo Saka, with the 24-year-old England winger's current contract set to expire in 2027. (Sky Sports, external)
Liverpool are fighting to keep England youth winger Joshua Abe, with Arsenal and Chelsea both pursuing the 15-year-old. (Mail - subscription required), external
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Image source, Getty ImagesIn part two of our Q&A with Arsenal reporter Alex Howell looks at what is different about the Gunners this time around.
Mason asked: What would you say Arsenal were lacking these past few seasons that made them miss out on the title, and do you think they have it this season?
Alex answered: It is an interesting question as I don't think it has been particularly one thing. Experience is obviously huge in a title race and, even though it might sometimes be forgotten, this is a young Arsenal team.
They will have built up that experience over the past three title races where they finished second too.
There are also the options in the squad.
Last season, the injury issues decimated the squad and made it very hard for Mikel Arteta to get a solid line-up or even rotate.
Just look at the difference this season. Arsenal are missing six forwards and although they are having to use Mikel Merino up top, they are still a very good side all over the pitch.
The main reason for the squad build in the summer was to increase the quality and depth - and maybe this will be the big thing which helps them get over the line.
Come back to this page on Friday morning for more of the Q&A with Alex, where he will start by looking at the possibilities for boss Arteta in January.
Pat Nevin
Former footballer and presenter
Image source, Getty ImagesOne of potentially the biggest moments in English football is coming on Friday, but precious few people understand how important it could be or even know about it.
The Premier League is considering 'anchoring' wages, which would cap the amount any club could spend on their squad at five times the smallest central Premier League broadcasting and prize money payout.
It is a complex argument. The league and some clubs are considering it because they want to ensure wage inflation does not continue to rise endangering their long-term financial security. From the other side - the players and their union, the PFA - this unnaturally limits the amount they can earn in what has until now been a free and open market.
Any changes to that position foisted upon the players without their prior consultation and agreement will not go down well. Remember, the players are the people that the paying public, the TV companies and the advertisers want to see, not a bunch of chairmen, executives and directors arguing over accounts, dividends and profit margins.
The game has increased the number of games played per season without consulting those who are physically doing it. No studies on how that will affect their health in the short and long term were considered, and so the PFA in England looks like it is finally ready to take a strong stand for its members.
Strike ballots are not unknown, I should know, as chairman of the PFA my name was on the bottom of every ballot paper when we last considered strike action over changes in working conditions. The modern owners may have forgotten, but we had 99% backing from our members.
Owners may think of footballers as ultra wealthy, mercenary, thickos who can easily be controlled - well they thought that last time and they lost.
It is time for serious and meaningful negotiation between equals and not a master and serf attitude from one side towards the other.
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Image source, Getty ImagesWith the Premier League season about to return, BBC Sport's Alex Howell has been answering your questions on Arsenal.
In a special Q&A across Thursday and Friday, he gets stuck into squad problems, the transfer window and future plans.
For this first part, he takes a look at the mounting injuries for boss Mikel Arteta.
Mark asked: Just wondering why the Arsenal injury list appears to have piled up under Arteta. Do you think it comes down to training methods?
Alex said: There will definitely be questions about that, particularly as Arsenal have now had two seasons in a row where they have had a large number of players injured.
But it's a very difficult thing to judge. The fixture schedule is massive while most of the players play for their countries too, which adds to the load.
Arsenal do train extremely hard though and they assess the robustness of players when deciding if they are going to bring them in.
Arteta has said that the medical department and club are always looking at reasons why they pick up certain injuries. I am sure training methods will be included in that.
Chris Collinson
BBC Sport statistician
One of the biggest stories of the Premier League season so far is the decline of goals scored in open play and how teams have been scoring more from set-pieces instead.
When we compare how goals have been scored to the first 11 games last season, there have been 39 fewer scored in open play and 26 more from team set-pieces and penalties, giving us 13 fewer overall.
If we look at the bigger picture and the number of shots teams are taking, there have been an incredible 370 fewer in open play than at this stage last time out.
So which teams are most responsible for this change in how goals are scored this season?
The above graph compares how teams have gone up or down in numbers of set-piece and goals from open play compared with the same stage last season.
In terms of goals scored from open play, Wolves have seen by far the biggest decline, scoring just four in 11 games and that is 10 fewer than at this stage last season.
Outside of Wolves, the Premier League's decline in open play goals is very much a London thing, with five of the capital's seven sides scoring at least five goals fewer from open play than last season.
In fairness, that is largely down to them scoring lots of goals at the start of last season rather than them really struggling to score in open play this campaign.
Meanwhile Manchester City have seen the biggest increase, with all but one of their 23 goals scored this season coming in open play.
When it comes to goals scored from set-pieces (excluding penalties), Arsenal and Chelsea have seen the biggest increase, with both sides replacing the five fewer goals that they have scored in open play with the same number from dead-ball situation.
Manchester United have scored twice as many goals from set-pieces as they did in the 11 games before Ruben Amorim took charge last season.
On the flipside, Manchester City do not seem to have got the memo about scoring more from set-pieces because they've scored three fewer than last season, as have Nottingham Forest, although that might be down to the change in style they have tried to implement.
