Arsenal head into this weekend’s game against Fulham as Premier League table toppers after securing three wins on the trot. What is the team news as they look to make it four wins in a row?
The Gunners are flying high at the moment with some good attacking play and eye-catching defensive discipline. Mikel Arteta would be hoping that his players can continue that against their London rivals.
As for the team news, there is only one injury concern and that is to do with Reiss Nelson. The winger has been injured for a few weeks and it is not yet clear when he will be returning to the squad. Fabio Vieira was an unused substitute in the last game and could make his debut.
Another player that the north Londoners will have to do without is Ivory Coast international Nicolas Pepe. The club-record signing has left on loan for French club Nice as he looks to rejuvenate his career ahead of this year’s world cup.
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There is a lot to be happy about for the Gunners as they are playing with a lot of freedom and fluidity. This is visible in the way the attackers have been interchanging positions to disrupt the rhythm of the opposition defence.
But beating Fulham will not be easy as they are a solid team who can get quite physical. This was evident in their game against Liverpool where they almost got past the Reds. The home defence will have to be wary of the likes of Aleksandr Mitrovic.
Arteta will be confident of the three points given how the team has been playing lately. There aren’t going to be too many changes as the starting eleven seems quite settled at the moment. Even though everyone is fit and available, it is likely that the manager will choose to go with the same team that faced Bournemouth.
Arsenal will be aware that it is too early to start thinking of a title charge as there is a long way to go in the season. But racking up points will come in handy as the season approaches its end. Even though they are at home, the Gunners should ensure that they do not become complacent against their fellow Londoners.
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