Arsenal resume their hunt for the Premier League title as they get ready to host West Ham United at the Emirates, so let’s take a look at the predicted lineup.
Due to the World Cup, there hasn’t been any club football played for over a month. The hope would be that the players can continue from where they left off and play at the same level.
In goal, it will be the dependable presence of Aaron Ramsdale and the Englishman would want to add another clean sheet to his collection. As for the full backs, it is likely to be Ben White and Kieran Tierney on either flank.
It will be interesting to see if William Saliba gets to play mere days after France reached the final of the World Cup. But should the youngster start, he will be partnered by Gabriel, and they are going to have a task on their hands to keep the Hammers at bay.
As for the two that will play in central midfield, Arteta has the luxury of selecting his first-choice duo. Both Thomas Partey and Granit Xhaka were at the World Cup but will be taking to the Emirates on Monday to show why they are so highly regarded.
Further ahead, it is going to be the usual trio of Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard and Gabriel Martinelli. The two wingers will look to use their pace to get in behind the visiting defence. And the captain would look to pull the strings and bring everyone into play.
Since Gabriel Jesus is injured at the moment, it gives Eddie Nketiah a chance to play an extended run of games. Starting from the Boxing Day fixture, the forward has to show that he can shoulder the burden.
Arsenal have put themselves in a great position to challenge for the title but they have to keep the momentum going. Getting a win in this match would be a good way to do that but it is not going to be easy. David Moyes and his teams have this ability to frustrate others so, it promises to be an intriguing match.
Arsenal Predicted Lineup Against West Ham United (4-2-3-1):
Aaron Ramsdale, Ben White, William Saliba, Gabriel, Kieran Tierney, Thomas Partey, Granit Xhaka, Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, Gabriel Martinelli, Eddie Nketiah
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