The late game in the Premier League on Saturday will see Arsenal presented with an opportunity to close the gap on the top of the standings to three points when they travel to Brighton.
Mikel Arteta’s side have enjoyed an excellent Christmas period, winning each of their last three matches. The Gunners flexed their muscles on New Year’s Day with a straightforward win against Brentford.
Meanwhile, Brighton have dropped like a stone in the standings after failing to win in their last five. The Seagulls come into this round after playing out draws in their previous three.
Odds
| Match Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Brighton | +374 |
| Draw | +286 |
| Arsenal | -130 |
Brighton Winless in Last Four Against Gunners
| Total | Brighton | Arsenal | Draws | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Games | 18 | 6 | 8 | 4 |
| Premier League Games | 15 | 5 | 6 | 4 |
| Goals | 51 | 23 | 28 |
Brighton had avoided defeat in five straight home matches against the Gunners between 1982 and 2020.
However, the Seagulls have now fallen to defeats in three of their last four home matches against Arsenal. The Gunners have also won three of their last five Premier League matches against Brighton.
🚨⚽ TIP: Under 2.75 Goals @ -102
Brighton vs. Arsenal Key Stats
- Brighton haven’t suffered defeat in their opening match of a calendar year in the last eight years.
- Arsenal won more points than any other side in the Premier League in 2024, while their 26 wins was their highest tally since 2004.
Brighton Team News
James Milner remains out for the Seagulls until the middle of the month. Meanwhile, Danny Welbeck and Evan Ferguson are both unavailable for the home team against the Gunners.
Possible Lineup
Bart Vebruggen (GK); Tariq Lamptey, Jan Paul van Hecke, Lewis Dunk, Igor, Carlos Baleba, Jakub Moder, Yankuba Minteh, Julio Enciso, Simon Adingra, Joao Pedro
Arsenal Team News
Declan Rice could be recalled after being rested against Brentford in midweek. However, Bukayo Saka, Ben White, and Takehiro Tomiyasu are still a way from returning to first-team action.
Possible Lineup
David Raya (GK); Jurrien Timber, Gabriel, William Saliba, Riccardo Calafiori, Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard, Thomas Partey, Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, Kai Havertz
Brighton vs. Arsenal Prediction
Brighton’s home tally of 21 goals in 2024 meant that they scored 25 goals fewer last year than they did in 2023.
Attacking issues have plagued the Seagulls throughout the festive period, and things are unlikely to get much better against a defensively sound Gunners. Therefore, the away win looks to be the most likely outcome.
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