2024/25 Arsenal vs. Southampton – Predictions, Predicted Lineups, Injury News

Arsenal, currently sitting in 3rd place, are eyeing a top-two finish and will be eager to maintain their home dominance. Meanwhile, Southampton are fighting for survival, languishing in 18th place and desperate for points.

With Arsenal’s firepower and Southampton’s struggles, this promises to be an exciting matchup. Can the Gunners continue their impressive form at home, or will Southampton pull off an upset? Let’s dive into the preview.

Arsenal Match Preview

Arsenal come into this match as firm favorites, with a staggering 85% chance of victory according to the latest predictions. The Gunners have been in strong form, especially at home where they rank 1st in the league this season.

Arsenal have scored 12 goals in their last five matches, showcasing their attacking prowess led by key players like Bukayo Saka, who tops the league in big chances created with nine.

Their most recent outing saw them win 4-2 against Leicester in a thrilling contest, demonstrating their resilience. Despite being pegged back to 2-2, Arsenal dug deep, scoring two late goals through Trossard and Havertz to secure the three points.

With 11 points from their last five Premier League matches (three wins and two draws), Mikel Arteta’s side has shown consistency.

However, Arsenal will need to manage a few key injuries, with the likes of Martin Ødegaard and Oleksandr Zinchenko ruled out.

Despite these absences, their depth, including players like Trossard and Timber, has ensured the Gunners keep pushing at the top of the table.

Arsenal will look to continue their dominance at home, where they have won two of their last three matches, scoring seven goals and conceding just three.

Southampton Match Preview

Southampton’s season has been a struggle so far. Currently sitting 18th, they have failed to win any of their last five matches, picking up just a single point.

Their last five games have yielded four losses and only two goals scored, a worrying sign for a team in desperate need of points. Away from home, Southampton have suffered two defeats, scoring just once and conceding four goals.

Southampton’s defense has been porous, with the team failing to keep a clean sheet in their last seven matches.

Despite these setbacks, Aaron Ramsdale, on loan from Arsenal, has been a standout performer for Southampton, ranking first in saves per match in the competition with 5.3 saves per game.

Southampton will need to find some attacking spark if they hope to break Arsenal’s resolute defense. However, with their away form offering little encouragement, the odds are stacked against them.

They’ll be hoping to catch Arsenal on an off day and take advantage of any defensive lapses.

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Arsenal vs. Southampton Head-to-Head

In terms of their head-to-head record, Arsenal have the upper hand with 11 wins, compared to Southampton’s 7, while 8 matches have ended in a draw. Historically, Arsenal have been dominant in this fixture, and with their current form, they’ll be confident of adding to their tally of wins.

Arsenal vs. Southampton Predicted Lineups

Arsenal (4-3-3): Raya (GK); Calafiori, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber; Rice, Partey, Havertz; Saka, Trossard, Martinelli.

Southampton (4-2-3-1): Ramsdale (GK); Sugawara, Bednarek, Harwood Bellis, Taylor; Downes, Lallana; Dibling, Fernandes, Fraser; Archer.

Arsenal vs. Southampton Who Will Win? & Score Prediction

Arsenal are heavy favorites for this encounter. Their attacking form, home dominance, and the depth of their squad suggest they’ll have too much for a struggling Southampton side.

While Southampton will be desperate to avoid another defeat, Arsenal’s firepower should see them through comfortably.

Score Prediction: Arsenal 3-0 Southampton.