MIKEL ARTETA recalls Jack Wilshere drumming into him exactly what the North London derby means.
And tonight's Emirates showdown will take on even greater significance for Arsenal this season.
The Gunners go into the Tottenham clash after back-to-back defeats in the Carabao Cup and FA Cup.
A third straight loss could have a disastrous effect on their title chances.
The stakes have rarely been higher, but equally, Arteta knows from his playing days that victory over Spurs can totally change the mood among an Arsenal fanbase who are beginning to have their doubts.
Former Gunners midfielder Wilshere loved North London derbies and even mocked Tottenham in 2015 when he and Arteta were part of the Arsenal squad on an FA Cup parade after lifting the trophy.
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