Arsenal travel to the south of England as they take on Brighton and Hove Albion in a game that could have a significant impact on the title race, so let’s take a look at the predicted lineup.
The Gunners went with a much-changed lineup against Luton Town during the week but were able to secure the three points. It will be a much harder challenge against the Seagulls who have an excellent home record.
David Raya will continue in goal and is sure to want to add another clean sheet to his tally. The defence is likely to remain the same with Ben White and Alex Zinchenko starting as the full backs. The Ukrainian is likely to be preferred due to his ability on the ball.
William Saliba and Gabriel as the centre-backs are going to have a tougher night compared to the one, they had on Wednesday. The hosts like to move the ball quickly and will look to go past the high line that the visitors play.
In midfield, we are likely to see the return of Declan Rice and Jorginho to the starting lineup. They will be coming in to replace Thomas Partey and Emile Smith Rowe. It will give the north Londoners more security on and off the ball.
There are some doubts about the availability of Bukayo Saka, but it is understood that the winger should be fit enough to start. As for the other flank, it is unlikely that Gabriel Martinelli will start and that should see Gabriel Jesus play on the left wing.
Kai Havertz will continue as the central forward and his movement and aerial ability should play a huge role in helping the Gunners get a win. Brighton will make it very difficult for the visitors to be fluent and they are quite dangerous, especially on the break.
Arsenal have no choice but to keep winning as the other two teams around them don’t seem to be stopping at all. This puts a lot of pressure on them but that is what champions are made of. Getting the better of Brighton will not be easy but the Gunners can return to London with the three points.
Arsenal Predicted Lineup Against Brighton and Hove Albion (4-3-3):
David Raya, Ben White, William Saliba, Gabriel, Alex Zinchenko, Jorginho, Declan Rice, Martin Odegaard, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Jesus, Kai Havertz
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