Here are the confirmed lineups and the latest team news ahead of the 3 pm Arsenal vs Sunderland Premier League match at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal are favored to win and extend their lead at the top of the table. However, Sunderland has shown they can compete well this season, making it a potentially challenging game for the Gunners.
Arsenal vs Sunderland: Team News and Confirmed Lineups
Arsenal Team News
Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard are uncertain to play, and Mikel Merino is ruled out due to a foot injury. On a positive note, Jurrien Timber is back in the squad.
Sunderland Team News
Sunderland will be missing their captain, Granit Xhaka, who has an ankle injury. Winger Bertrand Traore is also out after getting injured during international duty at AFCON.
New signings Melker Ellborg and Nilsen Angulo are available for selection. Ellborg joined from Malmo, and Angulo was signed on deadline day from Anderlecht.
Arsenal Confirmed Lineup
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Sunderland Confirmed Lineup
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Mikel Arteta on What He’s Hoping for at the Emirates This Afternoon
In his pre-match press conference, Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta expressed his hopes for the atmosphere at the stadium. He said: “The best. Tomorrow at 2:30 pm, we want to create a great atmosphere, with everyone ready for 3 pm. As we enter a crucial part of the season, we need that energy from all of us.”
Regis Le Bris Wants His Team to Show the Best Version of Themselves
Black Cats Head Coach Regis Le Bris discussed his expectations for the match against Arsenal. He stated: “We need to show the best side of Sunderland with an underdog mentality. They are one of the strongest teams in Europe right now, which presents a tough but exciting challenge.”
“If we maintain this mindset and stay humble, focusing on our key strengths, we can compete, as the level is high and mistakes can be quickly punished.”