Derby Day in England and Europe: 3 key talking points

North London, Madrid and Rome derbies take place

Saturday’s UK and European club action returns with a bang with three huge derbies across the elite leagues.

The World Cup places have now been decided so eyes turn back to the club scene. And what a weekend we have in store.

Arsenal take on Tottenham Hotspur, Roma face Lazio and Atletico Madrid host Real Madrid at the Metropolitano.

The Coral News Team examines the key talking point from each fixture.

Arsenal v Tottenham

Spurs travel to the Emirates Stadium on Saturday lunch-time safe to take on Arsenal in the big North London derby.

Mauricio Pochettino will have a fresh Harry Kane and Dele Alli against the Gunners having missed England’s recent friendlies.

However, Spurs really must start winning away at traditional top-six sides to cement their title credentials. The Lilywhites have failed to beat any of those sides away in their last eight league fixtures.

On the other hand, Arsenal have lost just eight of their last 90 home Premier League games. A barn-storming clash awaits.

Best bet: Draw @ 5/2

Roma v Lazio

Just a point separates the two Roman giants as the bitter rivals meet at Stadio Olimpico.

Simone Inzaghi’s Lazio have arguably been the surprise package of the season. The Biancocelesti have played some fantastic football spearheaded by Ciro Immobile.