Arsenal are set to return to action after the international break as they take on AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League.
Mikel Arteta’s side are still unbeaten in all competitions despite a tough run of fixtures and poor luck with injuries, and they are hoping to keep this run going as they look to maintain a title challenge.
Arsenal have a strong record and some memorable moments against Bournemouth, having won 3-0 and 4-0 away at the Vitality Stadium in their last two visits, but Andoni Iraola’s side are no longer the pushovers the Gunners encountered before.
So with that said, here’s everything you need to know about Bournemouth vs Arsenal.
Bournemouth vs Arsenal Premier League clash date and kick-off time
Arsenal will travel to the south coast to face Bournemouth in a Premier League clash on Saturday 19th October, with a kick-off time of 5.30pm.
Arsenal have not dropped points at Bournemouth since Arteta’s first-ever game in charge, and they will aim to continue their fine record at the Vitality Stadium.
- Date: Saturday 19th October
- Kick-off time: 5.30pm (BST)
- Stadium: Vitality Stadium
How to watch Bournemouth vs Arsenal live on TV
The match between Bournemouth and Arsenal will be shown live on Sky Sports in the UK, with coverage and build-up beginning at 5pm.
The game will also be broadcast on BBC Radio 5 Live.
Arsenal team news and injuries
Arsenal will be lining up in their third kit for the first time, but it is still unclear who will be featuring in the starting lineup.
There are doubts over a number of players following the recent international break, with Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka leaving with injury scares, whilst Kai Havertz and Thomas Partey were kept at home with suspected problems.
Ben White and Oleksandr Zinchenko will also be hoping to return after missing the last few matchday squads, but Takehiro Tomiyasu has suffered a further setback after his first appearance of the season against Southampton.
Tickets for Bournemouth vs Arsenal
Tickets in the Arsenal end away at Bournemouth sold out on September 24th to members with Gold, Platinum and Travel Club on 45 or more away points.
Prediction
Bournemouth will be trickier opponents than they were in recent seasons, with Iraola’s team impressing at times this season.
Record signing Evanilson played against Arsenal in the Champions League last season, and will be hoping for revenge after the Gunners knocked his Porto side out on penalties.
However, Arsenal have been in good form, and will aim to keep their winning run going, even if they do rotate with Raheem Sterling and Mikel Merino pushing to start.
It may not be a straightforward game, but it is tough to see anything other than an Arsenal victory as they aim to pick up where they left off before the break.
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