London, October 26, 2023 - The Gunners are gearing up for an exciting Premier League clash this Saturday, as they prepare to host Sheffield United at the Emirates Stadium. Arsenal, buoyed by their recent performance, is eager to continue their impressive unbeaten run in the league.
Last weekend, Arsenal delivered a stunning comeback against Chelsea, securing a thrilling 2-2 draw. They were 2-0 down for about 75 minutes until Declan Rice unleashed a terrific long-range strike that reignited the Gunners' confidence. The momentum continued as Bukayo Saka delivered a calculated cross, allowing Leandro Trossard to magnificently level the score. The Gunners' resilience in the face of adversity has undoubtedly bolstered their spirits.
Arsenal currently sits just 2 points behind league leaders, Tottenham Hotspur, who have also enjoyed an impressive undefeated streak in the Premier League. The upcoming match against Sheffield United presents a golden opportunity for Arsenal to climb up the table and potentially overtake their North London rivals.
In the UEFA Champions League, Arsenal remains at the top of their group following a resounding 2-1 victory over La Liga side Sevilla this past Tuesday. Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus were the heroes of the night, securing a vital win for the Gunners.
Ahead of the Champions League fixture, the club announced that Thomas Partey had suffered a muscle injury, rendering him unavailable for the match. This setback has raised concerns about his availability for the weekend game against Sheffield United. In his absence, Jorginho is expected to step in, forming a midfield partnership with Martin Odegaard and Declan Rice.
In the attacking department, Arsenal fans can look forward to the trio of Gabriel Martinelli, Gabriel Jesus, and Bukayo Saka. Saka, who had been sidelined with an injury, made a strong return in the Champions League fixture against Sevilla and featured in the impressive performance against Chelsea last weekend.
Defensively, Arsenal is likely to rely on their usual partnership, featuring Ben White, William Saliba, Gabriel, and Zinchenko. In goal, it's expected that Raya will get the nod over Ramsdale, who had previously occupied the starting spot. Despite some mixed performances, Mikel Arteta expressed his unwavering belief in Raya's abilities.
Arsenal Predicted Line-Up vs Sheffield United
Line-Up: William Saliba, Gabriel, Zinchenko, Ben White, Martin Odegaard, Declan Rice, Jorginho, Gabriel Jesus, Bukayo Saka, Gabriel Martinelli,Raya