In a surprising twist, Arsenal will be sporting their away kit when they face their North London rivals, Tottenham Hotspur, this Sunday. The reason? A clash of colors. Arsenal’s new home kit, which features a predominantly red and white design, was deemed too white by the Premier League and PGMOL (Professional Game Match Officials Limited), clashing with Tottenham’s traditional white home kit.
This unexpected decision marks the first time in 38 years that Arsenal will wear their away kit in this fixture. Both sides usually wear their home kits when they face each other, creating a vibrant spectacle of traditional colors.
Arsenal announced the change on Tuesday, stating that they will be wearing their black away kit for the match. Tottenham, currently sitting 10th in the league, will also be wearing a different color when they visit Arsenal in January.
This unusual situation adds an intriguing dimension to the already heated rivalry between the two North London clubs. The match promises to be a captivating encounter as both sides look to gain a crucial advantage in the Premier League standings.
