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Brighton's current form and historical success at the Emirates, an upset cannot be completely ruled out.
The upcoming Premier League clash between Arsenal and Brighton, scheduled for December 17, 2023, at 3 pm WAT at the Emirates Stadium, promises to be an enthralling match.
This encounter is particularly intriguing due to both teams' contrasting recent forms and historical records.
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Recent Forms and Team News
Arsenal's recent form has seen a slight dip, with their four-match winning streak in the league ended by Aston Villa in a 1-0 defeat. This result dropped Arsenal to second in the league table. In contrast, Brighton, despite winning just twice in their last five league games, come into this game with momentum after a 1-0 win over Marseille in the Europa League, progressing to the round of 16.
Injury-wise, Arsenal have concerns over Mohamed Elneny, who suffered a hamstring injury recently, and Martinelli, who missed a midweek game due to illness but is expected to be fit for the Brighton clash. Thomas Partey is still recovering from an injury and may not feature. For Brighton, Danny Welbeck's fitness and Joel Veltman's potential inclusion are points to note.
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Head-to-Head Record and Rivalry
Historically, the matches between Arsenal and Brighton have been competitive, with Brighton winning their last three games at the Emirates Stadium. Last season, the teams split their two meetings, with Arsenal winning 4-2 at American Express Stadium and Brighton securing a 3-0 victory at the Emirates.
Brighton's success in recent visits to the Emirates is notable, as they have won each of their last three trips in all competitions, marking them as a challenging opponent for Arsenal at home.
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Possible Lineups and Key players
Key players for Arsenal include Bukayo Saka, Martin Odegaard, and Gabriel Jesus, with David Raya expected to replace Aaron Ramsdale in goal. Brighton's notable players have Kaoru Mitoma and Pervis Estupinan, with Joel Veltman potentially coming in at right-back.
Playing Styles and Tactics
Arsenal, known for their attacking style and high press, will likely aim to dominate possession and create scoring opportunities through their dynamic forward line. Brighton, under Roberto De Zerbi, have shown tactical flexibility and may look to exploit any spaces left by Arsenal, especially on the counter-attack.
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Betting Tips and Predictions
Considering the historical head-to-head record and Arsenal's strong home form since their defeat to Brighton last term, predictions lean towards an Arsenal victory, albeit in a closely contested match. The forecast is a 2-1 win for Arsenal.
Match Outcome Prediction
Arsenal, with their strong home record and despite recent setbacks, are slightly favored to win. However, given Brighton's current form and historical success at the Emirates, an upset cannot be completely ruled out.
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Time and Where to watch
The match time is 6:45 pm WAT, and for Nigerian viewers, it's best to check local sports channels, like SuperSports, for live coverage closer to the match.
This match is a tightly contested affair, with both teams looking to assert their strengths. Arsenal will aim to bounce back and maintain their formidable home record, while Brighton will look to continue their recent success at the Emirates and climb further up the league table.
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