The upcoming Premier League match between Arsenal and Southampton, scheduled for October 5, 2024, is highly anticipated due to the contrasting forms of the two teams. Arsenal currently occupies a strong position in third place and is enjoying a robust run of form, while Southampton finds itself in dire straits, having lost five consecutive matches . This matchup presents an opportunity for Arsenal to solidify their standing before the international break. Betting odds heavily favor Arsenal, with predictions suggesting a potential victory margin as substantial as 4-0.
A huge turnover of players this summer saw 25 arrivals and 25 departures and understandably Martin is still trying to find the right formula. Narrow losses to Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest started the season before conceding three times in three of their last four games in losses to Brentford, Manchester United and a disappointing display at Bournemouth on Monday night. Their solitary point was taken at the expense of fellow new boys Ipswich Town a fortnight ago, but that saw the Tractor Boys net a last-minute equaliser.
It will prove another daunting task for Ramsdale and his Saints side, who remain winless after six games, as the Gunners look to keep pace with Premier League table-toppers Liverpool, who face Crystal Palace in the earlier kick-off.
The last time these two teams met in the league, they shared a 1-1 draw and a 3-3 draw, as the Gunners fell short in the title race. Mikel Arteta will know further dropped points will prove costly once again.
Team News:
Arsenal: Mikel Arteta might rotate the squad slightly with European fixtures approaching, but key players like Declan Rice and Gabriel Jesus are expected to start. Injuries could keep William Saliba and Leandro Trossard out of the lineup.
Southampton: The Saints will be without Tino Livramento due to a long-term injury, but they will rely on players like James Ward-Prowse and Che Adams to create chances and trouble Arsenal's defense.
Odds:
Arsenal: 1/4 to win
Southampton: 10/1 to win
Draw: 5/1
Arsenal are heavily favored to secure all three points, given their form and Southampton's current struggles in the league.
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