Pires Backs Depleted Arsenal in North London Derby
Former Arsenal winger Robert Pires believes the Gunners can still emerge victorious in their upcoming North London Derby clash against Tottenham, despite missing key players.
Arsenal will be without influential midfielder Martin Ødegaard due to injury, while Declan Rice is suspended after a red card in the previous game.
However, Pires is confident in Mikel Arteta’s squad depth and insists they have the resources to overcome these absences.
“Rice’s absence is certainly a blow,” Pires told Wettbasis.com. “He’s a crucial player with vast experience that commands respect from opponents. But Arsenal can still win this derby. They have a well-staffed squad with the quality to see off their rivals.”