ARSENAL will host the Premier League’s bottom side Sheffield United on Saturday afternoon.
The Gunners will be hoping to build on their hard-earned 2-1 away win at Sevilla in the Champions League on Tuesday night.
Goals from Brazilian duo Gabriel Martinelli and Gabriel Jesus handed Arsenal their second win of the season in Europe.
In their last Premier League outing, Mikel Arteta’s side snatched a 2-2 draw at London rivals Chelsea after two quick-fire second half goals from Declan Rice (77min) and Leandro Trossard (84min).
Meanwhile, Sheffield United have had a torrid return to the top flight of English football.
The Blades sit bottom of the table and have only claimed one point from their opening nine games.
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When is Arsenal vs Sheffield United?
- Arsenal vs Sheffield United will take place on Saturday, October 28.
- Kick off will be at 3pm BST.
- The Emirates will play host.
What TV channel is Arsenal vs Sheffield United on and can it be live streamed?
- Arsenal vs Sheffield United will not be broadcast live on any TV channel in the UK.
- This is due to the 3pm blackout rule.
- However, you can stay up to date with all of the action from the Emirates by following SunSport’s live blog.
Team news
Mikel Arteta will be sweating over the fitness of striker Gabriel Jesus after the Brazilian sustained a hamstring injury during Arsenal’s win away at Sevilla in midweek.
Thomas Partey missed the Champions League clash in Spain due to a thigh injury he picked up in training on Monday.
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Jurrien Timber will remain unavailable as he continues to recover from a serious knee injury he sustained at the start of the season.
For Sheffield United, they could have full-back George Baldock back in contention for the trip to the Emirates on Saturday.
But the game is likely to come too soon for John Egan and Tom Davies.
The Blades gaffer remains hopeful that Chris Basham will make a full recovery following his horror leg injury against Fulham.
What are the odds?
Match result:
- Arsenal – 1/10
- Draw – 17/2
- Sheffield United – 19/1
*Odds courtesy of Paddy Power and are correct at the time of publication.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
