Arsenal face Brighton in the fourth round of the Carabao Cup this evening.
Mikel Arteta’s side are aiming to build on a strong start to the season, with the Gunners top of the Premier League and impressing in the Champions League.
The North Londoners have progressed considerably in recent years and the target now will be major trophies. The Carabao Cup offers the first silverware of the season and is a tournament that Arsenal have not won since 1993.
Brighton head into the tie in record-breaking form. The Seagulls have reached the last 16 after securing consecutive 6-0 wins in each of the previous two rounds.
Arsenal vs Brighton – Match Preview and Team News
- Date: Wednesday, 29th October.
- Kick-off: 19:45 BST.
- Venue: Emirates Stadium, London.
Arsenal team news
The home side are likely to make changes for the cup clash, after several stars picked up knocks during the weekend win over Crystal Palace. Declan Rice and William Saliba are set for rests, while Riccardo Calafiori and Gabriel Martinelli may not be risked.
That group join Martin Odegaard, Kai Havertz, Noni Madueke and Gabriel Jesus on the sidelines. In terms of potential inclusions, 15-year-old winger Max Dowman is pushing for his full Arsenal debut.
Brighton team news
Fabian Hurzeler has confirmed that none of Joel Veltman, Kaoru Mitoma or Brajan Gruda are fit to return. Elsewhere, Solly March and Adam Webster remain sidelined with knee issues, and Jack Hinshelwood is missing with a foot complaint.
Danny Welbeck, who has scored three goals in his last two Premier League appearances, could lead the line against his old side.
Form
Arsenal
Arsenal have been immovable during the season’s opening weeks, conceding just three goals in 13 games across all competitions. Just one of those goals have come from open play, with the Gunners a brilliantly drilled defensive unit.
Mikel Arteta’s men are on a seven-game winning run, conceding just once in that period. Their last four games have all ended with clean sheets.
Brighton
Brighton continue to struggle for consistency. Recent weeks have included impressive wins over Chelsea and Newcastle, though the Seagulls suffered a setback with defeat at Manchester United at the weekend.
Brighton boast a good record in this fixture, however, winning three of their last five visits to the Emirates.
Predicted Lineups
Arsenal: Kepa; White, Mosquera, Hincapie, Lewis-Skelly; Norgaard, Zubimendi, Eze,; Nwaneri, Merino, Trossard
Brighton: Steele; Wieffer, Dunk, Boscagli, De Cuyper; Baleba, Ayari; Gomez, Rutter, Minteh; Welbeck.
How to Watch Arsenal vs Brighton
Viewers in the UK can watch the game on Sky Sports+ or follow the live stream on Sky Go, with coverage beginning at 7.45pm.
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