Arsenal vs Southampton Prediction: As Arsenal hosts Southampton at the Emirates Stadium, the Gunners aim to extend their impressive unbeaten run following a Champions League victory over PSG. Meanwhile, the struggling Saints seek to halt their four-match losing streak in the Premier League, hoping to regain form against a formidable opponent.
ARS vs SOU Match Info
- Date: Saturday, 5th October 2024
- Kick-off Time: 7:30 PM (IST)
- Location: Emirates Stadium, London
- Live Stream: Disney Hotstar
Arsenal vs Southampton Prediction
- ✅ More than 1 goal – Arsenal to score first
- ✅ Kai Havertz to score for Arsenal
- ✅ Adam Lallana to score for Southampton
- ✅ Yellow cards – under 2.5
- ✅ Arsenal to win the match
Arsenal vs Southampton Previews
Arsenal Preview
Arsenal enters this match on a high after an impressive 2-0 victory over Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League, showcasing their attacking flair and defensive solidity. The Gunners are positioned third in the Premier League, just a point behind the leaders, thanks to a balanced squad that features stars like Kai Havertz and Bukayo Saka.
Under Mikel Arteta, they have developed a winning mentality and effective tactical discipline, thriving at home. Despite injuries to key players, Arsenal’s depth and resilience will be crucial as they pursue their 400th home Premier League victory, aiming to maintain their unbeaten run against a struggling Southampton.
Southampton Preview
Southampton comes into this match desperate for a turnaround, having lost their last four Premier League games. The Saints currently sit near the bottom of the table, struggling with both goal-scoring and defensive consistency.
Manager Russell Martin faces mounting pressure, particularly after a disheartening 3-1 loss to Bournemouth, where defensive errors proved costly. Key players like Adam Lallana must step up to provide creativity, while the team needs to improve its abysmal 4.4% conversion rate.
With Jack Stephens suspended, Southampton’s defense looks vulnerable, making this a crucial match where they will need to dig deep for any chance of points at the Emirates.
Arsenal vs Southampton News
- Arsenal: Jurrien Timber and Martin Ødegaard are sidelined due to injury, while Mikel Arteta will have to make tactical adjustments to fill the gaps in the squad.
- Southampton: Jack Stephens is suspended, which weakens their defense. Will Smallbone’s fitness remains uncertain ahead of the match.
Arsenal vs Southampton Last Five Head-to-Head
- Arsenal: W, W, D, W, W
- Southampton: L, L, L, D, L
- Draw: 1 (in their last five meetings)
Arsenal vs Southampton Possible Lineups
Arsenal Possible Playing XI:
- Formation: 4-3-3
- Players:
- Raya
- Calafiori, Saliba, Gabriel, Kiwior
- Havertz, Partey, Rice
- Saka, Trossard, Martinelli
Southampton Possible Playing XI:
- Formation: 4-2-3-1
- Players:
- Ramsdale
- Sugawara, Harwood-Bellis, Bednarek, Taylor
- Downes, Aribo
- Lallana, Fernandes
- Dibling, Brereton Diaz
ARS vs SOU Win Probability
- HOME (ARS): 75%
- DRAW: 15%
- AWAY (SOU): 10%
ARS vs SOU Dream11 Prediction
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