Brighton vs Arsenal prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups – January 4, 2025
The 20th round match of the English Premier League between Brighton and Arsenal will take place on Saturday at the Amex Stadium in Falmer. I suggest a bet on the outcome of this match with good chances of success.
Match Preview
Brighton had a strong start to the season, securing a few sensational victories. However, in recent rounds, the Seagulls have been struggling. As a result, the team has dropped to 10th place in the Premier League table with 27 points, four points behind Manchester City in 6th place.
In the last round, Brighton drew 2-2 away against Aston Villa. This was their third consecutive draw, and they haven’t won in their last seven matches. At home, Brighton has only lost once in nine matches, but they have drawn five times, winning three.
Arsenal, on the other hand, had a rough middle of autumn with defeats to Bournemouth and Newcastle, as well as draws against Chelsea and Liverpool. This drop in form saw them fall down the table, but they have managed to turn things around. Arsenal currently sits in second place, six points behind Liverpool.
In the last round, Arsenal defeated Brentford 3-1 away, marking their third consecutive win in the Premier League. Overall, Arsenal has not lost in nine consecutive league matches.
Probable lineups
- Brighton: Verbruggen, Julio, Van Hecke, Estupinan, Veltman, Adingra, Mitoma, Cadioglu, Ayari, Welbeck, Rutter
- Arsenal: Raya – Timber, Saliba, Gabriel, Lewis Skelly – Odegaard, Partey, Havertz – Martinelli, Jesus, Trossard
Match facts and head-to-head record
- In the first round, Arsenal was held to a 1-1 draw at home by Brighton.
- The "Both Teams to Score" bet has only won in 2 of the last 5 meetings.
- The "Total Over 2.5" bet has won in 3 of the last 5 matches.
Prediction
Bookmakers believe in Arsenal, offering odds of around 1.84 for an away victory. The Gunners are currently impressive, while their opponents have forgotten what winning feels like. Our bet is "Arsenal win".
