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The Gunners, looking to keep their title hopes alive, will hope to extend their unbeaten streak when they make the trip to Brighton on Saturday. Here are predictions, team news, betting tips, and possible line-ups for the game.
Liverpool continue to lead the Premier League, but Arsenal are breathing down their necks after a thrilling 3-1 victory over Brentford on New Year's Day. The Gunners have narrowed the gap to six points, although Arne Slot's side still have a game in hand.
While there's still a long way to go in the season, Mikel Arteta's men will hope to keep up their fine form if they want to challenge for the title.
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Meanwhile, Brighton's impressive start to the season has hit a snag. The Seagulls are winless in their last seven league matches, most recently drawing 2-2 with Aston Villa in an entertaining encounter.
This clash is significant for the Gunners, not just because of the title hopes tied to it, but it will be the first meeting between both sides since Declan Rice’s red card at the Emirates.
Brighton vs. Arsenal Head to Head
The Seagulls once-formidable home record against Arsenal has taken a hit.
After going unbeaten in five straight league games at home against the Gunners between 1982 and 2020, Brighton have now lost three of their last four encounters.
Meanwhile, Arsenal are on the rise. They have won three of their last five Premier League games against Brighton, matching their total wins from their first 10 meetings.
Brighton have a solid start to the year tradition, having not lost their first league game in eight years. However, their home scoring woes are a concern. They netted just 21 goals at the Amex in 2024, a significant drop from 2023.
Arsenal, on the other hand, were a force to be reckoned with in 2024. They amassed 85 points, their highest tally since 2004. Their 26 wins and 89 goals were also their best in decades.
Brighton vs. Arsenal Team News and Possible Lineups
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Brighton & Hove Albion will be sweating over the fitness of key duo Pervis Estupinan and Adam Webster ahead of their clash with Arsenal.
The Seagulls will be hoping to welcome back the pair, but James Milner, Jack Hinshelwood, and Ferdi Kadioglu are all set to miss out.
Former Gunner Danny Welbeck will also be unavailable for the encounter, while new signing Diego Gomez, despite training with the squad, is unlikely to make his debut.
Arsenal, meanwhile, will be without Bukayo Saka, Ben White, and Takehiro Tomiyasu due to injuries, while Jurrien Timber is suspended.
Kai Havertz, who missed the Brentford game due to illness, is a potential returnee for the Emirates clash.
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Brighton Predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Verbruggen (GK); Lamptey, Dunk, Van Hecke, Estupinan; Baleba, O'Riley; Adingra, Rutter, Mitoma; Pedro
Arsenal Predicted lineup (4-3-3)
Raya (GK); Partey, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Odegaard, Rice, Merino; Nwaneri, Jesus, Martinelli
Brighton vs. Arsenal Predictions & Betting Tips
Arteta's boys are showing they are no one-man army, dishing out the goals even without the silky smooth Saka. With their backline being a fortress these days, they mostly score more than they allow from the opposition.
Brighton love a goal fest at home, both scoring and conceding. We see this one as a thriller, but ultimately, the Gunners have the edge to snatch all three points.
Arsenal to win
Over 2.5
Over 8.5 corners
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