10 biggest fixtures to watch out for in the second half of the European season

As the season enters into its ‘business half’, the league tables have begun to take shape and we have an idea of what the standings might look like at the end of the season. The teams are supercharged with purpose and know what they're playing for. Fans are also beginning to get an idea of what fixtures might end up weighing heavily on the outcome of this season.So here's a look at some of the biggest fixtures to come ahead in this season, especially the ones that will have a big say in what happens at the end of the season:

#1 Tottenham vs Arsenal - 7th February

The north London derby is one of the most famous local rivalries there is in England. It is also the most goal friendly fixture in the Premier League with 128 goals in 45 matches.

This time around, the derby comes as both teams are engaged in a tight battle for the top four. The race is as close as it has ever been. Pochettino is finally having an effect on this team while Arsene Wenger too has turned things around after a rather lukewarm start to the season.

This fixture comes at the right time for both teams as both have players approaching peak form. The likes of Cazorla, Sanchez, Giroud, Kane, and Eriksen have displayed remarkable form since the turn of the year. Both teams will be pumped for it and cannot afford to drop points at this crucial juncture.