Arsenal are back in Premier League action after the international break on Wednesday night as they host Fulham at the Emirates Stadium.
The Gunners will be looking to build some momentum in this game and at Goodison Park on Saturday ahead of the first leg of their Champions League tie against Real Madrid next week.
Mikel Arteta will also be eager for his side to increase the gap between them and the European-chasing pack, to ensure they aren’t dragged into a race for the top five.
Arsenal drew 1-1 with Fulham in the reverse fixture at Craven Cottage in December, in a game that saw the North Londoners have a late winner controversially ruled out.
So with that said, here’s a look at the Premier League’s pick for their match officials in Arsenal v Fulham.
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Who is the referee for Arsenal v Fulham?
The Premier League have announced that John Brooks will be the referee in charge of Arsenal’s match against Fulham.
The official has been in charge of two matches for the Gunners so far this season – both of which ended in defeat for Arteta’s men.
Both losses came against Newcastle, with Brooks overseeing Arsenal’s defeat to the Magpies at St. James’ Park in November, and their dire loss to Eddie Howe’s side in the first leg of the Carabao Cup semi-final.
John Brooks’ record against Arsenal
Only promoted to the Premier League refereeing circle in 2021, Brooks doesn’t have a significant number of games officiating Arsenal under his belt.
He’s only taken charge of four Gunners games throughout his career, handing them eight yellow cards, zero red cards and one penalty in these matches.
| Brooks’ record refereeing Arsenal matches | |||
| Matches | Arsenal wins | Draws | Arsenal defeats |
| 4 | 1 | 0 | 3 |
John Brooks’ record against Fulham
As for Fulham, Brooks has officiated six of the West Londoners’ games, awarding them 16 yellow cards, no red cards and one penalty in the process.
| Brooks’ record refereeing Fulham matches | |||
| Matches | Fulham wins | Draws | Fulham defeats |
| 4 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
Who are the assistant referees and VAR?
Alongside John Brooks as the primary referee will be his assistants, Simon Bennett, Dan Robathan and Oliver Langford, with the former two running the line and the latter the fourth official.
In the VAR room at Stockley Park, Andy Madley will oversee the London derby, with Constantine Hatzidakis assisting him.
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