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The Merseyside derby was a warning for Arsenal about what can happen when your local rivals are doubly motivated to not only help themselves but harm you. By winning 2-0, Everton took a gigantic stride towards survival and at the same time, they tripped up Liverpool in their pursuit of the title.

It was the ultimate double delight for Sean Dyche as the visitors succumbed to the emotions of a growling Goodison Park. The same opportunity is on offer for Tottenham tomorrow.

They want to finish inside the top four and they have the chance to disrupt Arsenal’s bid to become champions. Mikel Arteta’s team cannot let themselves get caught up in the chaos like Liverpool did at Everton.

They have to stay calm, concentrate, trust their tactics, showcase their football, and, above all, win to keep distance between them and their competition. It is remarkable to think that since Tottenham’s last game on April 13, Arsenal have played four times. 

Arteta has used the joint-fewest players of any Premier League manager this season and his team have done well to get through this workload without picking up major injuries.