Former Arsenal and Tottenham defender William Gallas rates the Gunners the stronger team.

Ahead of Saturday's derby at the Emirates, former France star Gallas believes Mikel Arteta has emphasises to his Arsenal players that they can be realistic contenders this season.

He told Genting Casino: "I think Arsenal have a better opportunity to compete for the title than Tottenham because this season they aren't playing in the Champions League, and I think they have to be focussed on the title.

"I don't know what their target is, but whether it's top four or to win the title, I hope Arteta has told his players, 'this season we have a good opportunity to fight for the title, so let's do it'.

"I think that would be a great message if he said that because it can boost the players. If they win the title, that means they will qualify for the top four.

"So I think Arsenal have a better opportunity to fight for the title."