Arsenal is set to host Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates Stadium on Sunday, aiming to return to the top of the Premier League table with a win against the Seagulls, who previously defeated them in their home fixture.
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After suffering a 1-0 loss to Aston Villa, Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal dropped from the top of the league table. A win against Brighton would help them regain that position temporarily.
However, they come into this game after a midweek Champions League draw against PSV Eindhoven.
Despite the draw, Arsenal remains unbeaten at home this season in all competitions and will look to continue their strong form at the Emirates.
Meanwhile, Brighton enters this game fresh from securing a crucial Europa League win against Marseille, topping their group.
The Seagulls have been inconsistent in the league, having recently drawn against Burnley and will be keen to disrupt Arsenal’s home record.
Team News
Arsenal’s Mohamed Elneny picked up a hamstring injury in their midweek European fixture, potentially ruling him out.
However, Emile Smith Rowe returned from injury, while Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli might feature after recovering from minor issues.
Brighton’s match-winner Joao Pedro might need assessment after sustaining an injury, while Danny Welbeck will miss the game against his former team. Several players, including Tariq Lamptey and Solly March, remain unavailable due to injury.
Predicted Lineups
Arsenal: (4-3-3)
Raya;
White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko;
Odegaard, Rice, Havertz;
Saka, Jesus, Martinelli
Brighton & Hove Albion: (4-2-3-1)
Verbruggen;
Veltman, Van Hecke, Dunk, Milner;
Baleba, Gross;
Adingra, Lallana, Mitoma;
Ferguson
Prediction: Arsenal 3-1 Brighton & Hove Albion
Arsenal aims to capitalize on their home advantage and bounce back from recent setbacks. Brighton’s inconsistent form might be their downfall against a strong Arsenal side, leading to an Arsenal win.