In September, Arsenal commented: "The PGMOL and Premier League ruled that our 2024/25 home kit features too much white, thus clashing with Tottenham's traditional colours, even with the option of red shorts and socks for us, which was also discussed."

On that occasion, with Andre Villas Boas’ side decked out in a half black and half grey and half black kit, Spurs were hammered 5-2 by an Arsenal team which contained the likes of Olivier Giroud, Santi Cazorla and Jack Wilshere.

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.