Spotlight falls on Emirates Stadium as we gear up for Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion. This Friday, 26 December 2025, Arsenal will attempt to defend their turf against a resilient Brighton & Hove Albion side in a must-watch Premier League game.
Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion Essential Match Details
- 🏆 League: Premier League
- 🔢 Round: Round 18
- 🕒 Kick-off Time: Sat, 27 Dec 2025 15:00:00 GMT
- 🏟️ Venue: Emirates Stadium
- 👥 Stadium Capacity: 60,704
- ⚖️ Match Official Referee: John Brooks
Head-to-Head (H2H) Historical Data for Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Historical data for Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion suggests a deeply rooted rivalry.
- Arsenal Wins: 4
- Brighton & Hove Albion Wins: 3
- Total Draws: 3
Based on our historical data analysis, Arsenal holds a 40% statistical advantage. For more internal insights, check our Football Predictions.
Detailed Tactical Preview of Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
In this tactical breakdown, we observe that Arsenal prefers a high-press system. This encounter will test whether Brighton & Hove Albion can handle the intensity. The tactical discipline shown in previous games will be a major factor today. Both managers have hinted at surprise inclusions. Furthermore, the history indicates a high frequency of goals in the second half. Since the game is played at Emirates Stadium, the atmosphere will undoubtedly favor the home side.
Team News & Injury Updates
Squad depth will be the deciding factor in Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion today. Reports indicate that Arsenal (Manager: Mikel Arteta) and Brighton & Hove Albion (Manager: Fabian Hurzeler) are battling minor knocks.
- Arsenal Manager: Mikel Arteta
- Arsenal Injured Players: Cristhian Mosquera, Ben White, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Magalhães, Max Dowman, Piero Hincapié, Gabriel Martinelli
- Arsenal Formation: 4-3-3
- Brighton & Hove Albion Manager: Fabian Hurzeler
- Brighton & Hove Albion Injured Players: Solly March, Carlos Baleba, Adam Webster, Stefanos Tzimas, Danny Welbeck, Jan Paul van Hecke, Mats Wieffer
- Brighton & Hove Albion Formation: 4-2-3-1
Predicted Starting Lineups
Arsenal Possible XI:
David Raya, Jurriën Timber, William Saliba, Piero Hincapié, Riccardo Calafiori, Martin Ødegaard, Martín Zubimendi, Declan Rice, Bukayo Saka, Viktor Gyökeres, Leandro Trossard
Brighton & Hove Albion Possible XI:
Bart Verbruggen, Mats Wieffer, Jan Paul van Hecke, Lewis Dunk, Ferdi Kadıoğlu, Jack Hinshelwood, Yasin Ayari, Yankuba Minteh, Brajan Gruda, Diego Gómez, Georginio Rutter
YoSinTV Expert Analysis on Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion
Considering the officiating style of John Brooks and the form of both clubs at Emirates Stadium, our analytical model predicts a closely contested affair. We anticipate a 1-1 draw.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: When is the Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion match?
Ans: The match is scheduled for Friday, 26 December 2025 at 11:12 UTC.
Q2: What is the head-to-head record for Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion?
Ans: In recent meetings, Arsenal won 4 times, while Brighton & Hove Albion won 3 times, with 3 draws.
Q3: Who are the key players missing for Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion?
Ans: For Arsenal, missing players include: Cristhian Mosquera, Ben White, Kai Havertz, Gabriel Magalhães, Max Dowman, Piero Hincapié, Gabriel Martinelli. For Brighton & Hove Albion, missing: Solly March, Carlos Baleba, Adam Webster, Stefanos Tzimas, Danny Welbeck, Jan Paul van Hecke, Mats Wieffer.
Q4: What is the expected formation for Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion?
Ans: Arsenal is projected to play a 4-3-3 while Brighton & Hove Albion is expected to counter with a 4-2-3-1.
Q5: Who will referee the Arsenal vs Brighton & Hove Albion game?
Ans: The match official assigned to this fixture is John Brooks.
Q6: What is the venue and capacity for this match?
Ans: The match will be held at Emirates Stadium, which has a total capacity of 60,704.
Last Updated: Friday, 26 December 2025 at 11:12 UTC
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