Arsenal will look to secure their third straight Premier League win when they face Brentford on Wednesday evening. For this crucial match, David Raya is expected to start in goal, with Gabriel and William Saliba forming the central defensive partnership. The duo currently boasts the best defensive record in the Premier League this season.
Full-backs Jurien Timber and Myles Lewis-Skelly are likely to keep their places in the starting XI. Timber, in particular, will benefit from the rest Arsenal has had between fixtures, especially after struggling with fitness issues earlier in the campaign.
Despite a lackluster performance on Friday, the midfield trio of Declan Rice, Kai Havertz, and Martin Ødegaard is unlikely to see any changes. However, a shake-up in the front three could be on the cards. While Gabriel Martinelli wasn’t poor in his usual role on the right wing, he lacked the impact that was needed, leading to speculation that a change could spark better attacking play.
Ethan Nwaneri, who has shown glimpses of quality, could be a great fit to replace Martinelli. The youngster’s playing style is the most similar to Bukayo Saka, offering pace and creativity that could help ignite Arsenal’s attack.
With Gabriel Jesus bringing more penetrative threat since his return to the starting lineup, alongside Leandro Trossard’s excellent assist and improved performance against Ipswich Town, the front three may look different this time.
Arsenal Starting Line-Up vs Brentford Today:
Goalkeeper: Raya
Defenders: Jurien Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel, Myles Lewis-Skelly
Midfielders: Declan Rice, Martin Ødegaard, Kai Havertz
Forwards: Ethan Nwaneri, Leandro Trossard, Gabriel Jesus
This line-up sees a strong defensive foundation with Raya, Timber, Saliba, and Gabriel, while the attacking trio of Nwaneri, Trossard, and Jesus will aim to provide the necessary spark in attack. Rice, Ødegaard, and Havertz will look to control the midfield.
