Arsenal get chance to go top of the Premier League table this Saturday if dem beat Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. With Manchester City and current league leaders Liverpool set to play on Sunday, Arsenal can temporarily occupy the first place for a few hours if dem win.
Under Mikel Arteta, Arsenal remain undefeated in all competitions this season, dropping points only in draws against Brighton and Manchester City. Dem have won four consecutive matches, including victories over Southampton, Bolton Wanderers in the League Cup, and Paris Saint-Germain in the Champions League. On the other hand, Bournemouth has struggled, losing four of their last six matches across all competitions and sitting 13th in the standings, nine points behind Arsenal.
Bournemouth has found it tough against Arsenal historically, managing just one victory in 17 encounters. Arsenal has claimed 14 victories in these matchups and is favored by betting sites to secure all three points again. Bournemouth’s attack, which has netted only eight goals in the league compared to Arsenal’s 15, may struggle against Arsenal’s solid defense that has conceded just six goals.
Injury concerns for Arsenal include Bukayo Saka, who limped off during England‘s match against Greece with a hamstring issue, and Kai Havertz, who missed Germany‘s international matches due to knee problems. However, Mikel Arteta is hopeful that both players will be fit for the match. Gabriel Martinelli is less likely to play due to a calf injury sustained during international duty.
The match could also see significant milestones for Arsenal. A win would mark their 2,000th victory in top-flight football, a feat only achieved by Liverpool. Additionally, Bukayo Saka is on the verge of his 50th Premier League goal and could become the youngest Arsenal player to reach this mark if he plays and scores.
