In-form Brighton & Hove Albion will travel to Arsenal for a Premier League clash this Saturday.
Under the leadership of new manager Fabian Hurzeler, the Seagulls have made a stunning start to their 2024/25 campaign by registering wins over Everton and Manchester United.
But Arsenal may just clip their wings. Arteta's team blew them away twice last season and seemed to play into form in the second half of their match against Aston Villa, which they won 2-0.
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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 US
Here's how to watch this Premier League match in the US:
- TV channel: USA Network, UNIVERSO, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo (Spanish language)
- Live stream: Fubo, nbcsports.com, NBC Sports App, UNIVERSO NOW
In the United States (US), the game will be available to watch and stream on UNIVERSO NOW, Telemundo Deportes En Vivo, USA Network, and UNIVERSO. Fans can stream the game live online with Fubo, which is offering a seven-day FREE trial to new subscribers.
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What time does Arsenal vs. Brighton kick off in US?
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 to US time:
| Date | Kickoff time | |
| 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 Arsenal team will need more than just enjoyment. 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 may 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
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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.)