LONDON, ENGLAND — Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta is expected to make a few adjustments to his starting team ahead of Saturday’s Premier League meeting with Hull City at the Emirates Stadium.
The Gunners will be determined to maintain their strong form and collect another three points as they continue their pursuit of the Premier League title. Arsenal go into the encounter on the back of an impressive 2-1 Champions League victory over Slavia Prague on Wednesday.
The Formation
Arteta is expected to stick with his familiar 4-2-3-1 formation, although some players could be rotated following their recent involvement in European competition.
David Raya is tipped to retain his position between the sticks. Jurrien Timber is expected to feature at right-back.
Ezri Konsa could partner Gabriel Magalhães in central defence. Riccardo Calafiori is likely to return to the starting lineup at left-back after missing out against Slavia Prague.
Midfield
In midfield, Declan Rice and Bruno Guimarães are expected to form the defensive midfield partnership.
Both players will be important in winning possession, protecting the back four, and controlling the pace of the game.
Martin Ødegaard is likely to take up the attacking midfield role, operating behind the centre-forward.
Noni Madueke could be selected on the right flank. Christos Tzolis and Eberechi Eze are competing for the opportunity to start on the left wing.
Attack
Kai Havertz is expected to lead Arsenal’s attack. But Viktor Gyökeres remains another strong option for Arteta.
Gyökeres had an impressive contribution of one goal and one assist in the Champions League victory over Slavia Prague.
Predicted Lineup
Arsenal’s predicted starting lineup against Hull City is:
David Raya; Jurrien Timber, Ezri Konsa, Gabriel Magalhães, Riccardo Calafiori; Declan Rice, Bruno Guimarães; Noni Madueke, Martin Ødegaard, Christos Tzolis; Kai Havertz.
Team News
Meanwhile, Bukayo Saka is expected to remain unavailable after picking up a quad injury.
Youngster Max Dowman will also miss the fixture through suspension.
However, William Saliba has returned to the matchday squad following his recovery from a back injury. He could feature from the bench.
What This Means
Arteta will be hoping that Arsenal maintain their momentum and produce another strong display against Hull City.
A victory would give the Gunners another important boost as they look to consolidate their position at the top of the Premier League table before the international break.
What Happens Next
The match will kick off on Saturday. Arsenal will be aiming to secure all three points.
For now, the focus is on the game. The coming days will reveal whether the Gunners can maintain their winning run.
