Arsenal can extend lead to six points: Arsenal vs Hull City prediction
On November 7, Arsenal will host Hull City at the Emirates in the tenth round of the English Premier League. The Londoners lead the standings with 24 points and could temporarily extend their advantage over their nearest challengers to six points. The visitors sit 11th and are winless in eight matches in all competitions.
Arsenal: Premier League leaders on a four-match winning streak
Mikel Arteta's side have hit excellent form after their 3-0 defeat to Brighton. In the following four rounds, the Gunners beat Leeds (2-1), Nottingham Forest (1-0), Everton (2-0) and Liverpool (1-0). The win at Anfield was the Londoners' first league victory there in 14 years. Arsenal also kept their opponents from registering a single shot on target, according to several statistical services. In the Champions League, the team also picked up a win, beating Slavia Prague (2-1).
Arsenal have won every home match in the current Premier League campaign. Ahead of the game, Ezri Konsa's fitness remains uncertain after he picked up an injury in Prague. William Saliba has returned to the squad following a back injury but has yet to feature. Bukayo Saka will miss the match with an injury, while Max Dowman is suspended. Kai Havertz is expected to lead the attack, although Viktor Gyökeres is also pushing for a starting spot after scoring and providing an assist against Slavia.
Hull City: eight matches without a win and defensive problems
Sergey Jakirovic's side made a strong start to the season, winning three consecutive matches in all competitions, but their results have since deteriorated. Hull have now gone eight games without a win, although they have suffered just two league defeats during that run. In the previous round, the Tigers drew 2-2 with Ipswich, allowing their opponents to create four clear-cut chances. The team sit 11th but have failed to keep a clean sheet in seven straight matches.
The squad situation is seriously complicating the visitors' preparations. Matt Crooks is suspended after accumulating too many yellow cards. Elliot Matazo, Matt Targett, Lucas Gourna-Douath, Ilyas Ansa, Darko Gyabi, Charlie Hughes and Hidemasa Morita are also unavailable. Goalkeeper Jack Butland could return after a hand injury. Oli McBurnie is expected to lead the attack and faces a difficult battle against one of the league's most organised defences.
Match facts and head-to-head record
- Arsenal have won their last four Premier League matches
- Hull City are winless in their last eight matches in all competitions
- Arsenal are unbeaten in their last 14 head-to-head meetings with Hull
Will Arsenal extend their winning streak: Arsenal vs Hull City prediction
Arsenal are clear favourites thanks to their consistent form, reliable defence and home advantage. The Londoners control matches confidently and rarely allow their opponents to create dangerous chances.
Hull will likely rely on a compact defence and counterattacks, but their numerous absences and lengthy winless run significantly reduce the visitors' chances. Even allowing for possible fatigue after the Champions League, the hosts should secure a convincing result.
