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The Premier League title race heats up this weekend as leaders Arsenal host rivals Tottenham Hotspur, likely without their key defensive player, Gabriel Magalhaes, due to a thigh injury.
Gabriel’s absence creates a significant challenge for manager Mikel Arteta, as the Brazilian centre-back has been integral to Arsenal’s formidable defence, which has conceded only five goals this season.
Arsenal, currently four points ahead, will look to maintain their lead against a Spurs side that boasts the league’s best away record this season.
Meanwhile, second-place Manchester City can close the gap to just one point if they defeat Newcastle United on Saturday. For Newcastle, currently 14th, manager Eddie Howe is seeking a major performance improvement to snap a run of inconsistent results.
Elsewhere, defending champions Liverpool are under immense pressure to secure a much-needed win against Nottingham Forest.
The Reds are struggling after five defeats in their last six league matches, dropping them eight points behind Arsenal.
Their main concern remains a leaky defence, prompting concerns about their Champions League qualification hopes and potential action in the upcoming January transfer window.
