Arsenal will take on Brighton & Hove Albion at the Emirates as the Premier League weekend kicks off on Saturday afternoon.
During their previous match against Aston Villa, Asrenal came to life after grabbing the lead in the 67th minute and romped to a 2-0 win. Even though Mikel Arteta's team hasn't yet found its rhythm, they have defeated two formidable West Midlands clubs to begin a season.
Under new boss Fabian Huerzeler, the Seagulls have also made an impressive start to the season. Having begun with a 3-0 win over Everton, Brighton upset Manchester United 2-1 last week.
[hyperlink widget_catalog_id="" link="https://www.fubo.tv/stream/ca/epl/?irad=1372819&irmp=1131770&sharedid=editorial" title="Arsenal vs. Brighton LIVE on Fubo with FREE trial" more_text="STREAM:"]
The Sporting News looks at the key details ahead of this game, including how to watch the match, kickoff times, and the latest lineup news.
Arsenal vs. Brighton live stream, TV channel in Canada
Here's how to watch this Premier League match in Canada:
- TV channel: —
- Live stream: Fubo Canada
In Canada, the game will be exclusively available to watch and stream on Fubo for viewers residing in Canada. New users can currently sign up for a 7-day FREE trial.
For a limited time new Fubo subscribers can enjoy the award-winning Sports service for $79.97 $59.97 paid quarterly or $279.99 $224.97 paid annually. Enjoy every single Premier League match, Big Ten college sports, the NBA and WNBA and more.
[hyperlink widget_catalog_id="" link="https://www.fubo.tv/stream/ca/epl/?irad=1372819&irmp=1131770&sharedid=editorial" title="Premier League matches LIVE on Fubo (free trial)" more_text="STREAM:"]
If this match is not available to watch live in your location or if you’re traveling abroad, you can use a Virtual Private Network (VPN). VPNs offer a secure and private online connection, allowing you to bypass geographical restrictions to access your favourite streaming services from any device anywhere in the world.
WATCH FROM ANYWHERE: Sign up for NordVPN (30-day moneyback guarantee)
What time does Arsenal vs. Brighton kick off in Canada?
This Premier League clash takes place at Emirates Stadium in London, England, and kicks off on Saturday, August 31 at 12:30 p.m. local time (BST).
Here's how that time translates across Canada:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| Atlantic Time | Sat, Aug. 31 | 8:30 a.m |
| Eastern Time | Sat, Aug. 31 | 7:30 a.m. |
| Central Time | Sat, Aug. 31 | 6:30 a.m. |
| Mountain Time | Sat, Aug. 31 | 5:30 a.m. |
| Pacific Time | Sat, Aug. 31 | 4:30 a.m. |
Arsenal vs. Brighton lineups, team news
Mikel Merino is likely to be included in the squad for his Arsenal debut and may come off the bench if needed. Gabriel Jesus, who missed the victory against Aston Villa due to a groin injury, remains doubtful for the upcoming match. Additionally, Takehiro Tomiyasu and Kieran Tierney are unavailable.
With the transfer deadline approaching on Friday, both teams are expected to be active, with Eddie Nketiah and possibly Aaron Ramsdale among those who could be leaving Arsenal.
Arsenal predicted XI (4-3-3, right to left): Raya (GK) — White, Saliba, Gabriel, Timber — Partey, Rice, Odegaard — Saka, Havertz, Trossard.
Injured: Tomiyasu, Tierney.
Suspended: N/A
Brighton are aiming to give Ferdi Kadioglu his debut, though there are doubts about new signing Matt O’Riley, who was forced off in midweek during his first start.
Solly March is unavailable, but both Evan Ferguson and Pervis Estupinan are hopeful of playing, with the left-back having made a substitute appearance in the cup after returning from injury.
Brighton & Hove Albion predicted XI (4-2-3-1, right to left): Steele (GK) — Veltman, Van Hecke, Dunk, Hinshelwood — Gilmour, Baleba — Minteh, Pedro, Mitoma — Welbeck.
Injured: March, Ferguson, Estupiñán
Suspended: N/A
Arsenal vs. Brighton prediction
Brighton is entertaining to watch, but defeating this robust Arsenal side will need more than just eye-catching, free-flowing football. The Seagulls' strong defensive line and incapacity to manage the transition could allow the hosts to run wild at times this weekend.
Arsenal's performance this season has been fairly mediocre, but they could step it up on Saturday. Hurzeler's build-up philosophy and Brighton's attacking talent will make possession a problem for them, but the home team will enjoy much of the match on Saturday and secure their third victory of the season.
Prediction: Arsenal 3-1 Brighton
MORE: Shocking farewell: Former Arsenal star announces retirement from football after Juventus exit
Premier League fixture schedule this week
All times ET
Saturday, August 31
- Arsenal vs. Brighton (7:30 a.m.)
- Brentford vs. Southampton (10:00 a.m.)
- Everton vs. Bournemouth (10:00 a.m.)
- Ipswich Town vs. Fulham (10:00 a.m.)
- Leicester vs. Aston Villa (10:00 a.m.)
- Nottingham Forest vs. Wolverhampton (10:00 a.m.)
- West Ham vs. Man City (12:30 p.m.)
Sunday, September 1
- Chelsea vs. Crystal Palace (8:30 a.m.)
- Newcastle vs. Tottenham (8:30 a.m.)
- Man United vs. Liverpool (11:00 a.m.)