Arsenal will face Sunderland on Saturday, aiming to increase their Premier League lead to nine points.
Leading the league after a 4–0 victory at Leeds, Arsenal is in good form following their advancement to the Carabao Cup final. Manager Mikel Arteta oversees a team with the strongest defense in the league, having allowed just 17 goals in 24 matches. They also excel in set-pieces, scoring 14 goals from corners this season.
Arsenal Team News
Mikel Arteta has a near full-strength squad, although there are minor worries. Bukayo Saka will undergo a late fitness test for his hip injury, while Martin Ødegaard is close to returning from a small issue. Arteta may opt to adjust his attacking lineup as Mikel Merino remains out after foot surgery.
David Raya will be in goal, supported by the solid Saliba and Gabriel. Ben White and Riccardo Calafiori will strengthen the defense as full-backs. In midfield, Martin Zubimendi and Declan Rice will hold the fort. Leandro Trossard is likely to start on the wing after scoring in their previous encounter. Viktor Gyökeres continues to pose a threat, having netted four goals against promoted teams.
Arsenal Predicted Lineup
Predicted XI: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Havertz, Zubimendi, Rice; Madueke, Jesus, Trossard
When will the match kick off?
The match is set for Saturday, 7 February 2026, at the Emirates Stadium. Kick-off is at 15:00 GMT.
How to watch Arsenal vs Sunderland?
Fans in the UK can listen to live commentary on BBC Radio 5 Live. Highlights will be shown on Match of the Day at 22:25 GMT.
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