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MATCH INFO |
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MATCH :
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Arsenal vs Brighton
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COMPETITION :
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Premier League
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| DATE: |
06-04-2024
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TIME:
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10.00 PM IST (UTC +5:30)
08.30 PM UAE
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STADIUM
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American Express Stadium
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Brighton & Hove Albion possible starting lineup:
Verbruggen; Lamptey, Dunk, Van Hecke, Estupinan; Baleba, Gross; Adingra, Moder, Enciso; Welbeck
Arsenal possible starting lineup:
Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Kiwior; Odegaard, Jorginho, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Martinelli
Brighton faced Brentford without two promising attackers, Evan Ferguson and Ansu Fati. Ferguson, reportedly scouted by Arsenal, was sidelined due to an ankle injury, while Fati was left out for tactical reasons, with manager De Zerbi citing concerns about his readiness for Premier League action. De Zerbi also confirmed that Adam Webster, Solly March, Kaoru Mitoma, Billy Gilmour, and Jack Hinshelwood were unavailable due to various injuries, while James Milner continued his recovery from a thigh issue.
Brighton has made a staggering 114 changes to their starting lineup this season, the highest in the Premier League. This trend could continue with the possible return of Danny Welbeck, formerly of Arsenal, leading the frontline.
Meanwhile, Arsenal faced the absence of their top scorer Bukayo Saka in their midweek match due to fatigue, following his exit from the game against Manchester City. Although Saka trained earlier in the week and was expected to feature against Luton, a late setback prevented his participation. Manager Arteta remains hopeful for Saka's swift recovery for the upcoming fixture, with Jurrien Timber likely to miss out due to an ACL injury.
Despite Emile Smith Rowe's commendable performance in the midweek game, he is expected to make way for a rested Declan Rice in the upcoming match.