Trailing 1-0 with that familiar feeling of being punished (or punishing themselves) in both penalty areas, Arsenal knew what was at stake. They could feel the jeopardy closing in,

The January clash marked the 198th meeting between Tottenham and Arsenal, with Arsenal leading the series 84-61-52. It also marked the 67th meeting between the two clubs as members of the Premier League. The first meeting in the north London derby was Dec. 4, 1909 (Arsenal defeated Tottenham 1-0). Arsenal defeated Tottenham 2-0 on January 15.

Ten places might separate Arsenal and Tottenham Hotspur heading into Wednesday's North London Derby, but several factors impacting both teams means the latest edition of the stori