Match preview
Brighton have already shown they can make life very uncomfortable for Arsenal — and now the Gunners are heading back to the Amex. The Seagulls demolished Aston Villa 4-0 on the opening weekend, while Arsenal began their title defence with a 3-0 win over Coventry. So, who gets the bragging rights when these two meet on Saturday 19 September at 3pm?
Recent form
Arsenal may be champions, but Brighton won’t be impressed by reputations. The Seagulls opened the season with a statement performance, while Arsenal have started with two clean sheets in their first league games. Brighton will fancy their chances of making this a proper test rather than simply rolling out the red carpet for the champions.
Head-to-head
This fixture has developed a habit of producing surprises. Arsenal won the last two league meetings, including a 1-0 victory at the Amex in March, but Brighton have already beaten the Gunners 3-0 in recent seasons. In other words, Arsenal may have the bragging rights right now — but Brighton know exactly how to spoil their party.
Why fans are watching
Arsenal arrive as champions. Brighton arrive as troublemakers. The Gunners will expect to leave with three points, but the Amex has seen plenty of big-name visitors have their feathers ruffled. Can Brighton put another dent in Arsenal’s title defence, or will the champions silence the Seagulls? Forget who should win — who does the world WANT to win?
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