Why Tottenham v Arsenal could define their seasons

Arsenal's worst shot conversion rate in the WSL (5.9%) meets Tottenham's leaky defence after back-to-back heavy defeats; both sides desperate for a win.

Arsenal have managed just five goals in six Women's Super League games this season, joint-second lowest in the division, and sit eighth after defeats to Chelsea and Manchester City. Despite creating the third-most chances (93) and hitting the woodwork five times, their 5.9% shot conversion rate is the worst in the league — a stark contrast to Manchester City's 16.7%. Manager Renee Slegers has made constant tactical changes, retaining the same front four just once, and is without midfielder Mariona Caldentey for up to 10 weeks with a hamstring injury. Arsenal's attacking options, including Alessia Russo, Stina Blackstenius and Olivia Smith, have failed to click.

Tottenham arrive in worse form after 6-1 and 6-2 defeats to London City Lionesses and Chelsea, though they began the season strongly with ten points from four games. Manager Martin Ho has acknowledged his side are not yet ready to compete at the highest level. However, Spurs possess clinical finishing: Signe Gaupset, Olivia Holdt and Kirsty Hanson have all scored twice, while Victoria Pelova has five goals — as many as Arsenal's entire team. Pelova, signed from Arsenal in the summer, will face her former club with extra motivation.

Historically, Tottenham have won just once in 13 WSL meetings with Arsenal, though they held them to a goalless draw at home last season.