Arsenal will face Everton at the Emirates Stadium in a Premier League fixture on Saturday evening. The Gunners aim to extend their lead at the top after recent victories, while the Toffees seek to build on their strong away form. Kick-off is scheduled for 5:30pm GMT.
Arsenal returns to Premier League action following a 1-1 draw in the Champions League against Bayer Leverkusen. Mikel Arteta's team has secured narrow wins over Chelsea and Brighton recently, opening a seven-point gap over Manchester City, who have a game in hand. The Gunners have been effective at home, winning their last five league matches at the Emirates Stadium, and remain unbeaten in their past six Premier League encounters with Everton.
Everton arrives with momentum from a 2-0 victory over Burnley under David Moyes. The Toffees have earned 24 of their 43 league points on the road this season, boasting one of the division's strongest away records. They have also conceded the fewest goals from set-pieces in the league.
For Arsenal, Ben White and Riccardo Calafiori are available after returning to the bench midweek, but Martin Odegaard and Leandro Trossard are doubts. Mikel Merino remains sidelined with a foot injury. Noni Madueke could challenge for a start, though Bukayo Saka's set-piece prowess may see him start.
Everton benefits from a healthier squad post-FA Cup exit, though Jack Grealish and Carlos Alcaraz are out injured. Seamus Coleman might return from a knock.
Expected line-ups are: Arsenal - Raya; White, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Rice, Zubimendi; Saka, Eze, Martinelli; Havertz. Everton - Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Branthwaite, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye; McNeil, Dewsbury-Hall, Ndiaye; Barry.
Arsenal have scored 24 goals from set-pieces this season, which could test Everton's defensive solidity. The match will be broadcast on Sky Sports Main Event in the UK, with streaming options via Sky Go or NOW TV.
