Buy Arsenal vs Tottenham Hotspur tickets for the 2026/27 Season, with the north London derby at the Emirates Stadium scheduled for Saturday 1 May 2027 and kick-off currently listed at 15:00. It falls on matchday 34 of 38, when the title race and the fight for European places are usually reaching their final stage. A derby this big is almost always picked for live television, so expect the date or time to move once broadcasters confirm their schedule.
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This is the hardest ticket in north London to find. Arsenal sell home tickets only to members through ballots, and success rates for even ordinary league fixtures are low, so a derby against Spurs is out of reach for most supporters through the club. To see every home date this season, browse all Arsenal tickets, though few fixtures on the calendar come close to this one for demand.
Below you will find what seats cost, where each set of fans sits, how hospitality works, how tickets reach you and the full Premier League record of the derby at the Emirates since it opened in 2006. It is everything a buyer needs before committing to a seat.
The Emirates holds 60,704, and on derby day virtually every seat is spoken for long before a ballot opens. Season ticket holders occupy a large share of the stadium, and the remaining seats go to members through ballots and the club's ticket exchange. There is no general sale for a match like this, so anyone outside the membership system is relying on the resale market from the start.
The rivalry is the reason. Arsenal and Tottenham are separated by a few miles of north London, and the derby decides bragging rights in offices, schools and households across the capital for months afterwards. Both sets of supporters treat it as the fixture of the season, whatever the league table says.
Tottenham Hotspur receive just under 3,000 tickets for Premier League matches at the Emirates, and those go to Spurs members with the strongest loyalty records. Demand among the visiting support far exceeds that allocation, which leaves thousands of Spurs fans with no route into the away end. Spurs distribute their allocation according to loyalty points, so even long-standing members with a patchy away record can miss out.
The sides first meet at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on 5 December 2026. Supporters who travel to the Tottenham Hotspur vs Arsenal match will already have their eyes on the return, and the result in December often shapes the mood and the prices for the meeting in May.
The calendar adds pressure. With only four rounds left after this one, the derby can decide a title race, a Champions League place or a season's worth of pride, and demand tends to rise sharply as the stakes become clear in the final weeks.
Both clubs also have large international followings, and the derby is one of the fixtures overseas supporters most want to see in person. That global demand meets a fixed supply of seats, which is why prices for this match sit in a different bracket from almost any other league game in England.
Not through the club. Arsenal sell home tickets for the current season only through member ballots, with a separate entry window for each match. Club-published figures for other 2026/27 home games show Red members succeeding only around one time in nine and Silver members a little under half the time, and the derby attracts far more entries than an ordinary league fixture.
Membership alone does not guarantee anything either. A ballot win gives you a seat, not a choice of block, and after the ballot the ticket exchange is open only to members, starting with those who missed out. Buyers without membership have no access to either route.
For overseas fans the barriers are higher still. Every ticket at the Emirates is digital and tied to a club account, and paying for a membership on the chance of a ballot win makes little sense for a single trip to London.
The resale marketplace removes those barriers. You choose the stand, see the full price before you commit and receive your tickets through a verified delivery method. You do not need a membership, a ballot entry or ticket credits, and listings stay open after the club's allocation has gone.
That matters most for two groups. Spurs supporters who miss their club's small away allocation have no other legitimate way into the ground, and visitors from abroad can secure seats for one of England's fiercest derbies without joining a ballot they are unlikely to win.
Prices for this fixture move with five drivers: seat location, overall demand, fixture timing, competition context and hospitality tier. For the 2026/27 season, the north London derby sits at the very top of the Premier League price range, well above any other home fixture at the Emirates. Late-season stakes can push prices higher again in the final fortnight.
| Ticket Type | Resale Price Range | Best For | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper tier / less central | £950 – £1,300 | Buyers who want to be there at the lowest available price | Upper-tier corners and ends with a full view of the pitch |
| Longside standard | £1,100 – £1,600 | Most neutral buyers | East or West Stand seats away from the halfway line |
| Lower tier / central | £1,300 – £2,000+ | Fans who want to be close to the action | Very limited supply because season ticket holders hold most central rows |
| Premium seating | £1,800 – £2,800+ | Couples and small groups wanting comfort | Club Level seats with access to premium bars and restaurants |
| Hospitality / VIP | £2,500 – £5,000+ | Corporate guests and celebrations | Lounge dining, drinks packages and central seats |
Prices reflect typical resale ranges and may change as demand and availability shift closer to the match.
At the Emirates, location matters most along the touchlines, where the East and West Stands hold the clearest views and many season ticket holders. Timing matters because the derby is almost certain to be moved for television, and listings often reprice once the final date and kick-off time are fixed.
Hospitality sits in its own bracket. Packages are priced on what the lounge includes rather than on the view alone, and derby-day premium seats sell out early in the season, so the resale supply is thin and prices reflect it.
The Emirates opened in 2006, a short walk from Arsenal's old Highbury home. It has four stands: the North Bank and the Clock End behind the goals and the larger East and West Stands along the touchlines, with Club Level sitting above the lower tier all the way round. Studying the Emirates Stadium seating plan before you buy helps you match a block to the day you want.
| Area | What It Suits | Pricing Bracket | Guidance |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Bank | Fans who want noise and colour | Mid | The lower tier is the heart of the home atmosphere; expect to stand and sing |
| Clock End | Home fans who want an end view | Mid | Named after the clock from Highbury, with a lively section near the away corner |
| East Stand | Neutral buyers wanting a side-on view | Mid to premium | The upper tier gives one of the clearest views of the pitch |
| West Stand | First-time visitors and hospitality guests | Mid to premium | The main stand with the dugouts, tunnel and many premium areas |
| Away section (south-east corner) | Tottenham Hotspur supporters | Mid | Lower tier of the south-east corner, entered through turnstiles K and L, for just under 3,000 visitors; wear Spurs colours only here |
| Club Level | Couples and small groups | Premium | Padded seats between the lower and upper tiers with restaurants and bars |
Neutral buyers and undecided fans should choose the East or West Stand and avoid wearing either club's colours anywhere outside the away corner. On derby day, a red or a white shirt in the wrong seat can attract unwanted attention from stewards and neighbours alike. The upper tiers of the longside stands give the clearest view of the game, and the noise from the North Bank fills the bowl. To see every event at the ground this season, browse all Emirates Stadium tickets.
The atmosphere on derby day is different from any other home game. Songs start long before kick-off, the away corner stays loud for the full 90 minutes and the whole ground reacts to every tackle, so even the upper tiers feel part of the occasion.
The away corner sits next to the Clock End, and the exchanges between the two sets of supporters are a big part of the day. For neutral visitors, that makes the East Stand side nearest the corner a good place to take in both the football and the rivalry in the stands.
| Hospitality Option | Typical Buyer | Main Appeal |
|---|---|---|
| Club Level seat | Individual fans and small groups | A padded seat between the tiers with access to Club Level bars and restaurants |
| Shared lounge package | Couples and friends marking an occasion | Pre-match dining in a shared lounge with drinks and a reserved seat |
| Executive box | Corporate groups | A private box with catering, a dedicated host and seats overlooking the pitch |
| Pitchside or fine dining experience | Clients and guests you want to impress | Premium dining with some of the closest seats to the action |
The Emirates has one of the largest premium areas in English football, with Club Level running around the stadium and a range of named packages from pitchside experiences to executive boxes. For the derby, nearly every premium seat is taken by seasonal holders or sold well in advance.
If you are booking hospitality through the marketplace, read the listing carefully. Confirm what is included, whether food and drink are covered, the dress code and the time the lounge opens. Some packages include a matchday programme; others do not.
Hospitality also solves the seats-together problem for larger groups. A shared table or executive box keeps everyone in one place, which is close to impossible to arrange in the general stands on derby day. Lounges open well before kick-off, so guests can eat without rushing and avoid the crowds outside.
For corporate buyers, the derby is the showpiece occasion of the season. Clients who would not normally attend a match will often make an exception for this one, which is another reason premium supply disappears so quickly.
| Delivery Type | What to Check |
|---|---|
| Mobile ticket | The wallet it uses, the name on the ticket and when it will be transferred to you |
| E-ticket (PDF) | Whether it can be scanned at the turnstile; entry at the Emirates is by digital pass or PDF ticket only |
| Ticket transfer | Whether you need a club account to accept the transfer and how long the link stays active |
| Collection | The collection point, its opening hours on matchday and the identification required |
Entry is digital, and clubs often release tickets only in the final days before a match, so delivery in the week of the game is normal for a derby. Your order confirmation and the tracking page show when to expect your tickets, and support can step in if anything looks wrong.
Read the listing notes before you buy so you know the delivery method and timing. Bring valid photo ID in case of checks at the turnstiles, which are common on derby day. Charge your phone fully, add the ticket to your wallet in advance and save a screenshot as a backup.
Turnstiles open two hours before kick-off, and queues on derby day are long, so arrive early. Bags must be smaller than A4. Holloway Road and Arsenal stations on the Piccadilly line are a few minutes' walk away, while Finsbury Park and Highbury and Islington are around 15 minutes on foot; Holloway Road closes after matches, so plan your route home.
Expect a heavier police and stewarding presence than at a normal home game. Away supporters can be held back briefly after the final whistle while the crowds disperse, and routes to the stations are often managed on derby day, so allow extra time for the journey home.
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Step1
Find the fixture
Search for Arsenal against Spurs and open the event listing for the derby at the Emirates Stadium.
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Set up your profile
Take a minute to create an account so your order details, delivery updates and receipts sit in one place.
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Pick your stand
Filter listings by stand or price. Spurs supporters should look for the away section in the south-east corner; neutrals usually prefer the East or West Stand.
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Choose how many seats
Select the number of tickets you need. If you want to sit together, choose listings that confirm seats side by side.
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Read the listing notes
Look at the delivery method, any restrictions and the expected delivery date before you add the tickets to your basket.
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Review the total price
Confirm the full cost, including fees, so there are no surprises at checkout.
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Pay securely
Complete payment through the encrypted checkout. You will receive an order confirmation by email straight away.
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Follow your order
Use track order to follow progress until your tickets arrive before matchday.
Overseas buyers can choose mobile ticket delivery, which removes the need for a UK postal address. If you are travelling as a group, pick listings that confirm seats together and note any restrictions before you pay. Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and London City all serve the capital, and the Piccadilly line runs direct from Heathrow to Arsenal and Holloway Road stations.
Derby dates are very likely to move once broadcasters finalise their schedules, sometimes only a few weeks ahead. Book flexible travel and accommodation, or plan to stay for the full weekend so a switch to Sunday does not catch you out. Spurs supporters have one of the shortest away trips of the season, and many walk or take the Victoria line to Finsbury Park before heading to the away turnstiles.
The rivalry runs far deeper than the Emirates. It took shape after Arsenal moved from south-east London to Highbury in 1913, putting the two clubs a few miles apart, and the bitterness grew when Arsenal were elected to the expanded First Division in 1919 at Tottenham's expense. More than a century later, the derby still carries that edge.
The Emirates era of the derby began with a 3-0 Arsenal win in December 2006, and the home side has dominated it since. Arsenal have won 13 of the 20 Premier League meetings here and lost only once. The defining games, though, have often been the most chaotic. In October 2008 Spurs trailed 4-2 deep into the second half and scored twice in the closing minutes to rescue a 4-4 draw.
Spurs' only league win at the Emirates came in November 2010, when they recovered from 2-0 down at half-time to win 3-2. Arsenal answered in kind in February 2012, coming back from 2-0 down to win 5-2, and repeated the 5-2 scoreline in November 2012. Further home wins followed in 2017, 2018 and through the early 2020s, while the 2019 and 2023 meetings both finished 2-2.
The latest chapter came in November 2025, when Arsenal won 4-1. That extended the home side's unbeaten run in this fixture to 15 Premier League games, stretching back to the 2010 defeat.
Recent seasons have tilted further towards the home side. Arsenal have won five of the last six derbies at the Emirates, with only the 2-2 in September 2023 breaking the sequence. For Spurs, that makes a first league win at the ground since 2010 the target every time they cross north London, and their travelling supporters arrive knowing how much a result there would mean.
That mix of home dominance and wild scorelines is what makes the May 2027 derby distinctive. Arsenal will expect to extend their run, Spurs will draw on 2008 and 2010, and the history says goals are likely: both sides have scored in 16 of the 20 meetings here.
The figures below cover every Premier League north London derby at the Emirates Stadium with Arsenal as hosts.
| Metric | Total |
|---|---|
| Matches played | 20 |
| Arsenal wins | 13 |
| Tottenham Hotspur wins | 1 |
| Draws | 6 |
| Arsenal goals | 52 |
| Tottenham Hotspur goals | 26 |
| Biggest Arsenal win | 5-2 (twice in 2012) |
| Biggest Tottenham Hotspur win | 3-2 |
| First Premier League meeting in scope | 2 Dec 2006 |
| Most recent meeting in scope | 23 Nov 2025 |
Source: Transfermarkt, cross-referenced with Football-Data results records.
Read across the 20 games and the pattern is clear. Arsenal average more than two and a half goals per derby at the Emirates, Spurs more than one, and only four of the 20 meetings ended with the visitors failing to score. Derbies at Highbury, at White Hart Lane, at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium and in the cups are excluded, so these figures reflect Premier League football at the Emirates only.
Arsenal have scored in every one of the 20 meetings here, and they have hit four or more goals five times. For buyers, that history points to an open, eventful game rather than a cagey one.
Every Premier League north London derby at the Emirates with Arsenal as hosts, newest first.
| Date | Score |
|---|---|
| 23 Nov 2025 | Arsenal 4-1 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 15 Jan 2025 | Arsenal 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 24 Sep 2023 | Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 01 Oct 2022 | Arsenal 3-1 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 26 Sep 2021 | Arsenal 3-1 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 14 Mar 2021 | Arsenal 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 01 Sep 2019 | Arsenal 2-2 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 02 Dec 2018 | Arsenal 4-2 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 18 Nov 2017 | Arsenal 2-0 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 06 Nov 2016 | Arsenal 1-1 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 08 Nov 2015 | Arsenal 1-1 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 27 Sep 2014 | Arsenal 1-1 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 01 Sep 2013 | Arsenal 1-0 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 17 Nov 2012 | Arsenal 5-2 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 26 Feb 2012 | Arsenal 5-2 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 20 Nov 2010 | Arsenal 2-3 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 31 Oct 2009 | Arsenal 3-0 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 29 Oct 2008 | Arsenal 4-4 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 22 Dec 2007 | Arsenal 2-1 Tottenham Hotspur |
| 02 Dec 2006 | Arsenal 3-0 Tottenham Hotspur |
Source: Transfermarkt and Football-Data.
Yes. The resale marketplace lets you buy without a membership, ballot entry or ticket credits.
Early. Derby prices rarely drop as the date approaches, and the choice of seats narrows quickly in the final weeks.
Visiting supporters are housed in the lower tier of the south-east corner. Spurs colours should only be worn in that section.
It is very likely, because the derby is usually selected for live television. Tickets usually remain valid for the rearranged date, and the listing notes explain what happens if it moves.
Packages typically combine a padded central seat with lounge access, dining and drinks. Inclusions vary, so read each listing before you buy.
Sources: Arsenal official ticketing and membership information, Premier League official fixture list, Transfermarkt, Football-Data and Football Ground Guide.