Arsenal return to Premier League action this evening with the chance to open up a temporary ten-point lead at the summit of the table as they host a high-flying Everton side.
The hosts arrive following a gritty 1–1 Champions League draw against Bayer Leverkusen. During that clash, Kai Havertz rescued a crucial point from the penalty spot. Domestically, Mikel Arteta’s side remain relentless, recently capitalising on Manchester City’s slip-ups. This ruthlessness built a solid seven-point cushion at the top of the table.
Furthermore, Arsenal have transformed the Emirates into a fortress, winning their last five home matches. This impressive run follows a January defeat to Manchester United. Impressively, the Gunners overperform their expected goals (xG) by nine this season. This metric marks the highest overperformance in the entire division. They have netted 59 goals from an xG of 50.
Meanwhile, Everton travel to North London under the guidance of David Moyes. They arrive as one of the country’s most dangerous away sides. The Toffees currently sit 9th in the table. Therefore, they remain firmly in the hunt for European qualification. They sit just one point behind 7th-placed Brentford.
Moyes’ side boasts seven away victories this season. Only Arsenal themselves better this impressive travelling tally. The visitors carry momentum from back-to-back wins over Newcastle and Burnley. Additionally, Everton boast a formidable defensive record. They have conceded just 33 goals from an xG against of 41.4. Ultimately, this represents the league’s best defensive overperformance.
Arsenal vs Everton – Match preview and team news
- Date: Saturday, 14 March 2026
- Kick-off: 17:30 GMT
- Venue: Emirates Stadium, London
- Referee: Andy Madley
- VAR: Stuart Attwell
- Last Meeting: Everton 0–1 Arsenal (20 Dec 2025, Premier League)
Team News
Arsenal
Mikel Arteta could welcome back Leandro Trossard and Ben White, both of whom missed out or were restricted to the bench in midweek. However, club captain Martin Ødegaard remains sidelined with a knee injury, alongside Mikel Merino. Notably, Declan Rice continues to be a vital creative hub, having created 55 chances this season—the third-most in the Premier League.
Everton
David Moyes expects to have veteran defender Seamus Coleman available after a minor knock. The Toffees remain without Jack Grealish, who is recovering from surgery, and Carlos Alcaraz. Notably, goalkeeper Jordan Pickford is just two goals away from conceding 500 in the Premier League; if he reaches this milestone on Saturday, he will be the second-fastest to do so (354 games) behind only Paul Robinson.
Form
Arsenal
The Gunners have been remarkably efficient at home, scoring multiple goals in five of their last six matches at the Emirates. Significantly, Arsenal are the league’s set-piece masters, having scored 24 goals from such situations this season (including penalties). They also boast a strong recent record against the visitors, having avoided defeat in their last six Premier League meetings with Everton.
Everton
Everton arrive on the back of consecutive wins and are aiming for three straight league victories for the first time since May 2025. Their defensive structure has been elite, shipping a league-low eight goals from set-piece situations all season. David Moyes will be looking to replicate his last visit to the Emirates, where he secured a 2–0 win with West Ham in December 2023.
Predicted Lineups
Arsenal Predicted XI (4-3-3): Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Rice, Zubimendi; Saka, Eze, Martinelli; Havertz
Everton Predicted XI (4-4-2): Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye; McNeil, Dewsbury-Hall, Ndiaye; Barry
How to Watch Arsenal vs Everton?
The match will be televised live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event. Coverage begins at 17:00 GMT ahead of the 17:30 kick-off.
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