Arsenal is set to face Brentford today, with the Gunners looking to close the nine-point gap between them and Premier League leaders Liverpool. After back-to-back victories, Arsenal hopes to continue their momentum.
Ahead of the match, the team completed intense preparations at the Sobha Realty Training Centre, focusing on shooting drills and possession work.
The Gunners have a chance to reduce the deficit with a win. A couple of changes to the starting lineup are expected for this match.
Formation: 4-3-3
Predicted Line-up:
David Raya, who has been in excellent form, will continue in goal after securing his seventh clean sheet of the season in the win over Ipswich Town.
A potential change in the defense could see Riccardo Calafiori replace Miles Lewis-Skelly at left-back. Calafiori is expected to be better suited to handle the physicality of Bryan Mbeumo. Miles Lewis-Skelly, who has been impressive in recent games, may still feature in future fixtures.
Jurrien Timber is anticipated to start at right-back, while William Saliba and Gabriel Magalhaes should form the central defensive partnership.
In midfield, Mikel Arteta may opt for more defensive stability against Brentford’s high press, with Thomas Partey expected to join Declan Rice and Martin Odegaard in the center.
Up front, Kai Havertz could be deployed in the number nine position, with Leandro Trossard likely to start on the bench. Gabriel Jesus, who has been in superb scoring form with five goals in the last three matches, is expected to start on the left wing. Gabriel Martinelli will likely continue on the right flank in place of the injured Bukayo Saka, impressing with his crossing ability.
