ARSENAL ended a horrific run of nine games without a win by beating West Ham 3-1 on Monday.
It was Freddie Ljungberg’s first victory as caretaker manager at the Emirates Stadium – but he will have to hold off on the celebrations, as the Gunners travel to Belgium in a crucial Europa League tie.
Freddie Ljungberg will be looking to make it two wins from two after Arsenal beat West Ham on Monday
After just a point from their last two matches in the competition, Arsenal still need a result against Standard Liege to secure their place in the knockout stages.
Victory would guarantee top spot for the Gunners, but a draw in Belgium would be enough to ensure they go through.
What time does Standard Liege vs Arsenal kick off?
This Europa League group stage encounter will take place on Thursday, December 12.
It will kick off at 5.55pm UK time – that is 6.55pm in Belgium.
The match will be held at Stade Maurice Dufrasne in Liege.
What TV channel is it on and can I live stream it for FREE?
Standard Liege vs Arsenal will be shown live on BT Sport 2, with coverage underway from 5.30pm.
BT Sport subscribers can live stream the action via the app on their computer, tablet and mobile devices.
Alternatively, EE phone customers can catch the match on the BT Sport app for FREE by signing up to a three-month trial – simply text SPORT to 150.
What is the team news?
Arsenal have often played the youngsters in the Europa League this season, with Gabriel Martinelli netting three times already in the competition.
Yet, the Brazilian could be rested after starting ahead of Alexandre Lacazette in the Premier League win over West Ham on Monday.
But Kieran Tierney will certainly not be featuring after he went off in the first half at London Stadium with a shoulder injury.
Dani Ceballos and Rob Holding are also expected to miss the trip to Belgium.
Meanwhile, Noe Dussenne is sidelined until at least February for Standard Liege.
There are also concerns for Orlando Sa and Anthony Limbombe.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk