The clash between Arsenal and Brighton on January 4, 2025, is generating significant interest among football enthusiasts. As both teams prepare for this Premier League clash, the predicted lineups reveal strategic choices that could impact the game's outcome. According to various sources, Arsenal is likely to adopt a 4-3-3 formation featuring Raya in goal, with a defensive lineup comprising Partey, Saliba, Gabriel, and Lewis-Skelly. Meanwhile, Brighton is expected to field a 4-2-3-1 formation with Verbruggen as their goalkeeper and Lamptey, Van Hecke, Dunk, and Estupinan anchoring the defense.
A brief excursion down to the south coast this weekend precedes a run of five successive fixtures across four different competitions at the Emirates Stadium. Before returning to home comforts, here's how Arteta could line up for a rare trip beyond the M25.
Arsenal will be without Bukayo Saka, Ben White and Takehiro Tomiyasu through injury, whilst Jurrien Timber is suspended. Kai Havetz missed the Brentford game due to illness but is expected to return, while Raheem Sterling is back in training.
Brighton predicted lineup vs Arsenal (4-2-3-1): Verbruggen; Lamptey, Van Hecke, Dunk, Igor; Baleba, O'Riley; Minteh, Rutter, Adingra; Pedro
Arsenal predicted lineup vs Brighton (4-3-3): Raya; Partey, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis-Skelly; Odegaard, Rice, Merino; Martinelli, Jesus, Trossard.
While Gabriel Jesus continued his hot streak by grabbing a goal, the Brazilian is still hard to trust from a long-term standpoint, and even if Havertz continues in his deeper role to give Jesus the keys up front, he will undoubtedly have plenty to say in the attacking possession.
Havertz has scored in each of his last two league games, both of which saw Jesus start at the No. 9 position, and he has fired off 11 shots worth 3.54 xG in his last five, scoring three in the process. Tack on that he has five shot assists across his last four games, picking up an assist against Fulham too, and he's got significant value up front for an Arsenal side that's been a little more open the last few weeks.
In terms of midfield dynamics for Arsenal, Odegaard is anticipated to lead alongside Rice and Merino. This configuration aims to enhance ball control and offensive transitions . Additionally, Martinelli will likely spearhead the attack supported by Jesus and Trossard. Notably absent from Arsenal's squad are Timber due to suspension and several injured players including Saka and Tomiyasu . In contrast, Brighton will miss key players such as Milner and Welbeck due to injuries.
The match will be broadcast live on Sky Sports at 17:30 GMT; however, there has been no confirmation regarding free online streaming options for viewers . As both teams vie for crucial points in the league standings amidst these challenges in their lineups, fans can expect an engaging encounter filled with tactical intrigue.
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