As the upcoming match against Brighton looms, Mikel Arteta’s squad sees an opportunity to temporarily ascend to the top of the table with a win.
Meanwhile, Liverpool awaits their Sunday afternoon fixture against Manchester United on the road.
Approaching the game, anticipations arise for several alterations from the lineup that secured a 2-0 triumph over Luton Town.
Set in a 4-2-3-1 formation, the predicted lineup unfolds as follows:
David Raya maintains his position as the club’s primary goalkeeper, having secured his 11th clean sheet of the league season against the Hatters.
The Spanish shot-stopper aims for another clean sheet against Brighton away from home.
In the defensive setup, there may be a single alteration.
While Ben White, William Saliba, and Gabriel Magalhaes are poised to retain their positions, Jakub Kiwior could step in for Oleksandr Zinchenko at left-back, owing to his recent commendable form.
Likewise, Thomas Partey and Emile Smith Rowe are expected to yield their places to Jorginho and Declan Rice in the midfield.
This duo will partner with Martin Odegaard, with Smith Rowe possibly sitting out despite his impactful performance against Luton, where he played a role in both goals.
Bukayo Saka’s absence from the previous training session, as he continues to recuperate from a thigh injury, leaves room for Gabriel Jesus to potentially start on the right wing instead of Reiss Nelson.
Gabriel Martinelli emerges as a strong candidate to replace Leandro Trossard on the left flank of Arsenal’s attack.
Kai Havertz is anticipated to feature once more as the primary striker.
The German has showcased impressive form, contributing to eight goals in his last six league appearances.
His aerial prowess in and around the box poses a considerable challenge for the Brighton defenders.
