Brighton vs Arsenal: Brighton look to continue their pacy start to the season when they welcome Arsenal in the Premier League on Saturday.
Match Details:
Teams: Brighton vs Arsenal
Venue: The American Express Community Stadium, Falmer, East Sussex
Date: Saturday 2nd October, 2021
Time: 10:00 PM IST
Live Link: https://www.hotstar.com/in
Preview
Brighton head into this after a 1-1 draw against Crystal Palace in their previous Premier League match last week.
Zaha’s first half extra time goal was cancelled out by Maupay late in the second half which ensured a point a piece.
The Seagulls would not be too sad with the dropped points as they are still doing well in the 6th spot on the league table with 13 points.
On the other hand, Arsenal have returned to good form in recent weeks and are currently on a four-match winning streak across competitions.
The Gunners outclassed Tottenham in their previous match 3-1 and aim to win a 5th match in a row.
A stellar first half saw Smith-Rowe, Aubameyang and Saka find the back of the net. Son pulled one back for Spurs but it proved to be a mere consolation.
With that win, Arsenal jumped to 10th in the league table with 9 points.
It has been an evenly fought battle in recent times between Arsenal and Brighton. Hence, we can expect a good contest.
The last time both sides met, Arsenal won 2-0 in the EPL through Pepe’s second half brace.
Form Guide
Brighton: LWWWD
Arsenal: LWWWW
The numbers ahead of #BHAARS. 🔢
How we feeling, #BHAFC fans? 👀 pic.twitter.com/3NPveT7qCK
— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) October 1, 2021
Last Matches of both teams:
Crystal Palace 1-1 Brighton
Arsenal 3-1 Tottenham
Working towards the weekend… 💪 pic.twitter.com/o9Ci5d3VLL
— Brighton & Hove Albion (@OfficialBHAFC) September 30, 2021
Where to watch the live stream and broadcast of Brighton vs Arsenal in India?
The match is live streamed on the Hotstar VIP App or Jio TV while the broadcast is on Star Sports Select 2/HD.
🗓 #OnThisDay in 1996…
👔 Arsene Wenger officially became the new manager of Arsenal Football Club.
Premier League: 🥇🥇🥇
FA Cup: 🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🔴 Games: 1,235
⚽️ Goals: 2,298
✅ Wins: 716𝗢𝗻𝗲 Arsene Wenger ❤️ pic.twitter.com/UMcWHWoqq4
— Arsenal (@Arsenal) October 1, 2021
Team News
Webster, Welbeck, Alzate are set to miss this one due to long term injuries. Mwepu is a doubt as well for the Seagulls.
Xhaka is the sole absentee for Arsenal due to a knee injury which keeps him out for a while.
Brighton possible 11:
Sanchez, Dunk, Duffy, Burn, Veltman, Bissouma, Gross, Cucurella, Trossard, Connolly and Maupay
Arsenal possible 11:
Ramsdale, Tomiyasu, White, Gabriel, Tierney, Lokonga, Partey, Saka, Ødegaard, Smith-Rowe and Aubameyang
Prediction: Brighton 1-1 Arsenal
Arsenal is on a good run but so is Brighton and the hosts have been causing chaos with their thrilling play at the start of the season.
The Gunners will do well here but we expect Brighton to put in a fiery performance.
A draw is a favourable result giving both sides have the momentum.
Players to watch out for: Maupay, Trossard, Smith-Rowe and Ødegaard.
