Arsenal‘s 2025/26 season has been impressive, currently sitting three points ahead at the top of the Premier League. Manchester City recently won against Fulham 3-0. Arsenal’s defense has been strong, and their attack has consistently secured victories. They are set for the Carabao Cup final, reached the fourth round of the FA Cup, and won all eight of their Champions League group matches. The Gunners will face Brentford on February 12 in their next Premier League match. Tickets for this London derby are expected to be in high demand as supporters look to see Arsenal maintain their lead. Here’s the predicted lineup for Arsenal.
Arsenal Predicted Lineup & Team News vs Brentford
Recent Lineup Trends
Arsenal continues to perform well this season, and Mikel Arteta has favored a 4-3-3 formation throughout. In their last match, they secured a 3-0 victory against Sunderland, featuring David Raya in goal and a defense made up of Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel, and Riccardo Calafiori.
In midfield, Arteta chose Kai Havertz, Martin Zubimendi, and Declan Rice, while the front line included Noni Madueke and Leandro Trossard supporting Gabriel Jesus.
Team News
During the pre-match press conference, Arteta provided updates on the availability of Max Dowman, Bukayo Saka, and Martin Odegaard, stating: “Max is still not available, we will see about the rest.”
On Dowman’s recovery, Arteta remarked: “He’s doing very well; I think he will join us in about a week, and then he can begin training with the team.”
Regarding Mikel Merino’s situation, Arteta noted: “The doctors were pleased with the surgery outcome. It marks the start of a long recovery process as we focus on bone healing. The timeframe is uncertain, but it may take three to five months.”
The Athletic reports that Kai Havertz has suffered a muscular injury and will be absent for this game and likely for an extended period.
Predicted Lineup
GK: Raya
LB: Hincapie
CB: Gabriel
CB: Saliba
RB: Timber
CM: Zubimendi
CM: Rice
CM: Eze
LW: Martinelli
ST: Gyokeres
RW: Madueke