Arsenal will take on Brighton in the English Premier League at Emirates Stadium on Saturday, starting at 12:30.
In this fixture against Brighton, the Gunners have shown a strong offensive performance, scoring the first goal in four of the last five meetings. They have also won three of the last four meetings, with Brighton scoring in two of these games. consequently, we anticipate the over 2.5 market to hit in this one, as it has landed in five of the last six – Arsenal 3-1 Brighton.
This article features Predicted X1, Odds, Match details, match predictions, Stats, and Lineups of the Arsenal vs Brighton Match Prediction.
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Arsenal vs Brighton: Essential Details
The Premier League game between Arsenal and Brighton at Emirates Stadium is scheduled to begin at 12:30 on Saturday.
- Teams: Arsenal vs Brighton
- Date: Saturday 31 August 2024
- Kick-off time: 12:30
- Venue: Emirates Stadium (London)
Arsenal vs Brighton Match Preview & Prediction
After finishing second to Man City for two straight seasons, Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal is aiming to finally win the Premier League for the first time since 2004. They have started strong, winning their first two games, including a big Victory against Aston Villa a team they lost to twice last season.
Last season, Arsenal scored 91 goals, with Bukayo Saka leading the way with 16. Kai Havertz and Leandro Trossard followed with 13 and 12 respectively. All three have already scored this season, setting the stage for another big year.
Brighton, who also won their first two games, will visit the Emirates. Despite doubts about their new 31-year-old-manager Fabian Hurzeler, Brighton made a great start with wins over Everton and Manchester United and they are looking to make it three in a row. But facing Arsenal away is a tough challenge.
Brighton has strengthened their squad with new players like Georginio Rutter and Yankuba Minteh, but familiar faces like Danny Welbeck, Kaoru Mitoma, and Joao Pedro have been the ones scoring.
They might pose a threat to Arsenal’s defense, which allowed the fewest goals last season (29). Despite some big changes allowed against Villa. Arsenal has not conceded a goal yet this season, anchored by William Saliba’s solid defense.
In their last nine Premier League meetings since 2020, Arsenal has won five games Brighton to three. Brighton will try to avoid a third straight loss against Arsenal this weekend. Their last win against Arsenal was a 3-0 victory in May 2023. Last season, Arsenal did the double over their opponents, scoring five and conceding zero.
Arsenal vs Brighton Head-to-Head
Among them, Arsenal won 8 games (Total Goals 27, PPG 1.6), Brighton Hove Albion won 6 (Total Goals 22, PPG 1.3), and drew 3. Arsenal vs Brighton Hove Albion Past H2H Results, Asian Handicap Win%: 16.7%, Total Goals Over%: 50.0%.
Arsenal vs Brighton: Odds
- Head to Head: Arsenal $1.33, Brighton $8.00, Draw $5.25
- Total (Over/Under 2.5 Goals): Over $1.57, Under $2.38
According to the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has Arsenal at $1.33 and Brighton at $8.00. Additionally, if you anticipate a draw after 90 minutes Bet365 sets the odds at $5.25. For total goals scored Bet 365 has an over/under line at 2.5, with odds of $1.57 for the over and $2.38 for the under.
Arsenal vs Brighton Lineups
Brighton XI: Verbruggen, Lamptey, van Hecke, Dunk, Estupinan, Baleba, Moder, Enciso, Gross, Adingra, Welbeck
Subs: Igor, Joao Pedro, Lallana, Barco, Steele, Fati, Veltman, Buonanotte, Peupion
Arsenal XI: Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko; Odegaard, Jorginho, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Jesus
Subs: Ramsdale, Tomiyasu, Kiwior, Partey, Smith Rowe, Vieira, Trossard, Martinelli, Nketiah
Doubts: Saka (muscle), Timber (knee)
Team News
Arsenal
Gabriel Jesus was not in the squad for last week’s game against Aston Villa due to a groin issue, so will be a doubt for this weekend. Jurrien Timber made his first start following his lengthy injury, whilst Takehiro Tomiyasu remains out.
Brighton
Brighton should have no fresh injury concerns with many players possibly set for a return in their midweek EFL Cup fixture. The likes of Pervis Estupinan and Evan Ferguson could feature, which would put them in contention for this weekend. Solly March is the only long-term absentee with a knee injury.
Arsenal vs Brighton Prediction: Who Will Win?
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives Arsenal a 75.6% chance of winning, Brighton an 8.7% chance of winning, and the draw a 15.7% chance of happening.
Arsenal vs Brighton Betting Tips
Both teams are looking to continue perfect starts to the Premier League season, however we are backing the favourites Arsenal to win this game at home. They have been stellar at the Emirates, winning nine of the last 10 league fixtures they have played there.
- Head to Head: Arsenal at $1.30
- Total Goals: Under 2.5 at $2.32
Conclusion
The prediction is based on the author’s understanding, analysis, and instinct. According to our prediction, Arsenal has a 75.6% chance of winning, an 8.7% chance for Brighton, and a 15.7% chance of a draw. This is based on our case study.
