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      Brighton vs Arsenal prediction: Free betting tips, odds and Premier League preview

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      ARSENAL can cut the gap at the top to just three points by beating Brighton in Saturday’s dinnertime clash.SunSport betting experts have previewed the south coast showdown and selected the best bets, tips and exclusive sign-up bonuses from our leading betting partners.Find The Sun’s betting publishing principles hereNew sign-up offersSunSport exclusivesBrighton vs Arsenal previewAfter four wins on the bounce in all competitions, spirits at Arsenal at high after a sticky start to December.Now, they can really put some pressure on leaders Liverpool if they beat Brighton on Saturday, cutting the gap to the Reds to just three points.Granted, they’ll have played two games more than Arne Slot’s men by the time Liverpool face Man Utd on Sunday.But it’ll still potentially put a bit of doubt in the mind’s of Liverpool, who’ve seemingly coasted to this stage after a stellar first half of the season.Scoring goals looked to be Arsenal’s problems and Bukayo Saka’s injury was meant to highlight that further but they’ve since scored 12 goals in their last four – which included a laclustre 1-0 win over Ipswich too.Brighton haven’t won any of their last seven games as their early season promise has hit the skids.They have drawn five of those games – and four of their last five – so they’re not losing many either as they sit in 10th place but really need more to start kicking on up the Premier League table.Arsenal haven’t lost at the Amex in their last four visits, too…First scorer and correct score predictionsCorrect score: 1-3 at 12/1 with Betfred – HEREFirst scorer: Gabriel Jesus at 6/1 with talkSPORT BET – HEREBrighton vs Arsenal latest oddsOdds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.How to claim..William Hill £60 welcome bonusVisit the William Hill website HERE*Register an account using the Promo Code: T60Once your account is registered, click ‘opt in’ on the ‘Vegas Promotion’ pageDeposit a minimum of £10 in your main account to receive a £20 Vegas Bonus for use on Selected GamesThen place a bet with a minimum stake of £10 at odds of 1/2 or greater on any football marketOnce that’s settled, your account will be credited with £40 in free betsWilliam Hill: Claim £60 welcome bonus – click here*Brighton vs Arsenal predictions and tipsMotoring onFour wins on the bounce can become five for Arsenal in Saturday’s game.Brighton need something to kick them back into gear and that could come with a big result against one of the big sides.But Arsenal look to have found a bit of a better balance to their side in recent weeks and, though unlikely to keep a clean sheet, can outscore their opponents.Arsenal to win and both teams to score at 2/1 with BetMGM – CLAIM HEREDunk LowNo Brighton player has more yellow cards this season that Lewis Dunk.With two in his last six, maybe the difficulties Brighton have faced in winning games are being felt by the club captain.His two bookings came in the two defeats in their seven game winless run, too. 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      Arsenal head into 2025 bloodied and bruised but have the chance to invigorate their season this month

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      ARSENAL head into the New Year bloodied, bruised – but crucially, still standing.Gabriel Jesus epitomises this, subbed off in injury time at the Gtech Community Stadium with a ripped shirt, bleeding gum and a fat lip following a New Year’s Day comeback win against Brentford.Arsenal’s Gabriel Jesus had his shirt ripped in a physical battle at BrentfordCredit: PABoss Mikel Arteta has the chance to kickstart his side’s season this monthCredit: AlamyIt sums up the state of Arsenal right now. The first five months of this campaign have pushed them to their limits, every game leaving its mark on the players and boss Mikel Arteta.Like a staggering boxer in the sixth round, the Gunners are dazed and weary. Suspensions, injuries, illness and damaging results have taken its toll, each one a painful jab to the stomach.And yet, at the halfway stage, Arsenal sit second in the Prem, two games away from a Carabao Cup final spot and on course to reach the Champions League knock-out stages.But the next few bouts over the next month are crucial for Arteta’s men.read more arsenalThey will either be left KO’d on the canvas or eyeing a remarkable Tyson Fury-esque fightback, teeing up a stunning and potentially historic sprint to the finish.It began at Brentford. Jesus cancelled out Bryan Mbeumo’s early strike before Mikel Merino and Gabriel Martinelli netted three minutes apart in the second half to earn three valuable points.Speaking with a swollen lip after a first half collision with the Bees’ Mikkel Damsgaard, Brazilian striker Jesus said: “That’s the Premier League. You have to compete. Sometimes it is hard to fight for the ball, sometimes it is needed.“I always play around tall guys in my position. That’s football. If [his swollen lip] happens and we win the game and I score a goal, I’ll do it every three days.”Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAcross Arsenal’s next 10 fixtures, they will feature in FOUR competitions. Six of the games are in N5 at the Emirates.Currently six points off Prem leaders Liverpool – who have a game in hand – there is a trip to Brighton on Saturday.Granit Xhaka reveals reason for dramatic new look with ex-Arsenal star having undergone hair transplant Then there are home clashes against Tottenham, Aston Villa and Manchester City with a visit to Molineux to face Wolves wedged in between.There is no room for slip-ups in that run. Should Arne Slot’s Reds increase their already comfortable lead, it could be game over as far as the title is concerned.It is why there should be an added incentive in the cup competitions.Beat Newcastle over two legs in their Carabao Cup semi-final – on January 7 and February 5 – and a first major trophy since their FA Cup triumph in Covid-hit 2020 will be up for grabs.Speaking of the FA Cup, Manchester United are in town in the third round on January 12 before Champions League clashes against Dinamo Zagreb and Girona on January 22 and 29.Sat in third with four wins from six, a top eight finish in Europe’s new league phase format means they avoid the two-legged play-offs in mid-February – games Arteta could do without.Arsenal have been battling an injury crisis for what feels like most of the campaign.Right now, Bukayo Saka is battling to be back before March following hamstring surgery, as is Ben White after his own operation on a troublesome knee.A sickness bug blighted the squad to face Brentford, with Kai Havertz forced to isolate away from his teammates while several others played through the wellness barrier.It is why the recent form of Jesus has been so welcome. Having scored just once in 33 appearances, the Brazilian now has six in his last four in all competitions.The 27-year-old has also kept up an incredible record across his spells at Man City and Arsenal of never losing an English top flight match when scoring, finding the net in 62 outings, winning 57 and drawing five – the longest run in Prem history.READ MORE SUN STORIESJesus said: “I don’t look for this [record] personally. I just want to keep winning, scoring and helping the team, the club to be there always fighting for the title.“I know it is still a long way. We have to look at ourselves and then after we want the top of the league to drop points, but we have to do our jobs.” More

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      Arsenal top 2024 Premier League table despite failing to end title drought and sitting six points adrift in 2024-25

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      ARSENAL finished top of the 2024 Premier League table despite failing to win the title last season and sitting off the pace midway through the current campaign.The Gunners picked up 85 points across their 36 games in the calendar year.Arsenal have finished top of the 2024 Premier League tableCredit: GettyBut Mikel Arteta’s side have nothing to show for their impressive yearCredit: GettyLiverpool, who sit six points clear of Arsenal in this season’s Premier League, accumulated the same number of points having played one more game.However, Arsenal sit top of the table due to their goal difference of 64, compared with Liverpool’s 50.Champions Manchester City beat Arsenal to the title by two points back in May.Yet due to their recent dismal run they actually finished 2024 with 82 points, three fewer than Arsenal and Liverpool.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe top three ended 2024 clear of the rest, with Chelsea in fourth on 70 points.They were followed by Newcastle, Aston Villa, Bournemouth and Fulham.Tottenham finished down in ninth following a chaotic year which saw them pick up 51 points.Manchester United also claimed 51 points but finished below Spurs by virtue of their shocking -1 goal difference.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSArsenal ratings vs BrentfordARSENAL came from a goal down to triumph 3-1 over Brentford on New Year’s Day.Here’s how the players rated…DAVID RAYA – 6Beaten at his near post by Mbeumo but not helped by slack defending. Almost doubled Brentford’s lead by fumbling a routine shot and forced to scramble back and clear off his own line. Shaky with ball at feet too. Not the best West London return.JURRIEN TIMBER – 6Lucky to escape further punishment after a clumsy first half lunge earned him only a yellow. Worked hard down the right but could not give Nwaneri the support he needed.WILLIAM SALIBA – 7Remained a calming presence when Arsenal struggled to create in the opening stages.GABRIEL MAGALHAES – 7A rock at the back defending set-pieces and aerial deliveries into his box.RICCARDO CALAFIORI – 6Should have done better to stop Mbeumo cutting inside for his opener. Far too easy.THOMAS PARTEY – 7Composed on the ball and with some neat and important interceptions. His curled shot paved the way for the equaliser.MIKEL MERINO – 7Won some important duels as Arsenal pinned Brentford back early on. Clinical in the box to put his side ahead after a goalmouth scramble.MARTIN ODEGAARD – 6Lost the ball in midfield before Brentford took the lead. A rare quiet outing. Lucky that others around him stepped up.ETHAN NWANERI – 7Struggled to have any real impact in open play, given the impossible job of replicating what Saka does out on the right wing. However, two deliveries into the box brought about two goals to secure the three points.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 8Lively with little end product in the first half. That all changed after the break with a sweet volley to kill Brentford’s comeback hopes. Was a constant threat.GABRIEL JESUS – 8He just cannot stop scoring. His instincts in the box look to be back to the levels he produced at Manchester City.SUBSTITUTESLEANDRO TROSSARD (NWANERI, 78) – 6Made a few good runs in behind but that was about it.DECLAN RICE (MERINO, 78) – 6Solidified the midfield. Played almost as a roaming No.10 when Odegaard went off.MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY (CALAFIORI, 78) – 6So comfortable on the ball. Practically played as a left winger at times.JORGINHO (ODEGAARD, 88) – N/AOLEKSANDR ZINCHENKO (JESUS, 90) – N/ADown the bottom, Southampton sit at the foot of the 23-team table after claiming just six points from 19 matches.Last season’s bottom club Sheffield United only earned seven points before being relegated in the first half of 2024.Granit Xhaka reveals reason for dramatic new look with ex-Arsenal star having undergone hair transplant Fellow relegated and promoted sides Luton, Burnley, Leicester and Ipswich understandably make up the rest of the bottom six.The lowest-ranked team that spent all of 2024 in the Premier League is Wolves on 34 points.The complete 2024 Premier League table More

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      Granit Xhaka reveals reason for dramatic new look with ex-Arsenal star having undergone hair transplant

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      GRANIT XHAKA has undergone a hair transplant.The former Arsenal captain recently debuted his new tightly cropped haircut during a skiing holiday with his family.Granit Xhaka underwent a hair transplant at the Ozone Hair ClinicCredit: Instagram / @ozonehairclinicXhaka, 32, had his head shaved upon arrivalCredit: Instagram / @ozonehairclinicLines were drawn on Xhaka’s scalpCredit: Instagram / @ozonehairclinicThe midfielder appeared to be pleased with the treatmentCredit: Instagram / @ozonehairclinicIn a video since posted to Instagram, the Ozone Hair Clinic have lifted the lid on Xhaka’s treatment.Footage from the Kosovan clinic shows the Switzerland international having his head shaved.Their post read: “The mystery is revealed! Granit Xhaka chooses Ozone for perfect hair!”The world superstar and the pride of all Albanians, Granit Xhaka, has not compromised when it comes to taking care of his appearance.READ MORE IN FOOTBALL”He entrusted his hair to our clinic, where the results are amazing and 100 per cent natural for all those who choose us.”Towards the end of the video, Xhaka smiled as he endorsed Ozone’s treatment.Sporting his new haircut, the midfielder beamed as he posed for snaps while recently visiting the Arosa Kulm Hotel and Alpin Spa in Switzerland.With the Bundesliga currently on its winter break, Xhaka went away with wife, Leonita, and their two daughters, Ayana and Laneya.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSXhaka recently revealed his new look on a family holidayCredit: Instagram / granitxhakaThe Swiss star had previously sported a similar hairstyle to when he was at ArsenalCredit: GettyXhaka has gone from strength to strength since leaving Arsenal.Last season he played a major role as Bayer Leverkusen achieved an astonishing campaign.Why Xhaka is Football’s Greatest ComebackXabi Alonso’s side went through the entire Bundesliga season undefeated, as they beat Bayern Munich to the title.Xhaka and Co also lifted the DFB Pokal to add further silverware, with their only defeat of the campaign coming to Atalanta in The Europa League final.Xhaka left Arsenal at the end of the 2022-23 seasonCredit: Getty More

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      Transfers recommendations ahead of Gameweek 18: Antonee Robinson and Anthony Gordon among short-term options

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      WHAT better way to mark the beginning of 2025 than with a shed-load of Dream Team points?The festive season may be at an end but football shows no sign of slowing down with Gameweek 18 set to incorporate three competitions.After a full round of Premier League fixtures, Arsenal, Newcastle, Tottenham and Liverpool will compete in the Carabao Cup semi-finals in midweek while Everton and Fulham will play in the early FA Cup third round games on Thursday night.And that brings us onto our first transfer recommendation for Gameweek 18…USA! USA! USA!Credit: Dream TeamAntonee Robinson (£4m)The Cottagers’ left-back has arguably been the Premier League’s best player in his position this season and there’s rarely been a better time to back him in the world of Dream Team.Robinson averages 5.9 points-per-game in 2024/25 and leads the way for assists among defenders with seven.Not only that, no other asset in his position has earned more bonus points than the USA international (24) at this stage.Fulham are due to host both Ipswich and Watford in Gameweek 18, a favourable double header on paper.Marco Silva may choose to rest one of his key players against Championship opposition in the FA Cup but Robinson is still a strong option if he’s only deployed against the Tractor Boys on Sunday.Most read in FootballThe 27-year-old may not be a long-term selection as he’ll fall behind in fixtures when the European competitions resume in Gameweek 20 but he’s a smart one-week punt.Anthony Gordon (£4.8m)Newcastle are flyingCredit: RexNewcastle’s No10 is among the most in-form midfielders right now having amassed 64 points since the start of Gameweek 13 at an average of eight per outing.The Magpies are due to visit North London twice this coming Gameweek; a league visit to Spurs and a Carabao Cup semi-final first leg at Arsenal.Difficult match-ups on paper but given the defensive injury crisis currently nagging Ange Postecoglou coupled with the Magpies’ impressive form, Gordon has to be considered a decent option.Alexander Isak (£5.8m) remains Newcastle’s top asset but it may be worth doubling up for the next two Gameweeks.Gordon ranks fifth for bonus points among all players.Score PredictorPlay Score Predictor with Dream Team this season!FREE to play£250 weekly prizePredict scores of five selected Premier League fixtures and earn points for accuracyMost points wins weekly cash prizePLAY NOWLuis Diaz (£4.1m)Gaffers can’t make up their minds about Luis DiazCredit: GettyFew players have experienced such dramatic fluctuations in popularity as the Liverpool winger this season.Diaz has been among the five most transferred-in players ahead of eight Gameweeks and among the most transferred-out five times!The Colombia international is very much back in favour having scored his 12th goal of the campaign last time out.Arne Slot’s side will play Manchester United at Anfield this Sunday before travelling to Spurs on Wednesday night.Without context, this double header would be a tricky prospect but on current form the Reds will feel confident of getting the job done on both fronts.Diaz’s minutes are difficult to predict but he’ll get a good run out with two fixtures scheduled.It should go without saying that Trent Alexander-Arnold (£5.7m) and Mohamed Salah (£7.8m) are the first ports of call in regards to Liverpool points.Ollie Watkins (£4.9m)Watkins will have to step up in the absence of Jhon Duran and Morgan RogersCredit: ReutersAston Villa aren’t among the six teams with two fixtures to fulfil in Gameweek 18 but their one game, a home match-up against Leicester, could yield plentiful returns.The Foxes conceded 115 shots in six games throughout December.Any team allowing their opponents almost 20 shots over the course of 90 minutes is likely to give up a lot of points.With Morgan Rogers (£3.2m) and Jhon Duran (£2.9m) both suspended, Watkins is likely to be the main beneficiary at Villa Park on Saturday.Only Salah banked more points among forwards than the England international in Gameweek 17.He scored one goal and assisted another against Brighton for a 15-point haul.READ MORE SUN STORIESDream Team managers can back Watkins in Gameweek 18 and then revert to the affordable Rogers later this month.Confirm your transfers for Gameweek 18 before Saturday’s 11am deadline.BetMGM sign up offerBetMGM: Get £40 in free bets — HERE**New cust only. 7 days to opt in by placing a £10 qualifying bet at 1/1 (2.0) odds or greater to receive 4x Free Bets: 1 x £10 horse racing, 1 x £10 Bet Builder, 1 x £10 Acca and 1 x £10 football. 7 day expiry. Exclusions apply. Stake not returned. 18+. T&Cs apply.Commercial content notice: Taking one of the bookmaker offers featured in this article may result in a payment to The Sun. 18+. T&Cs apply. gambleaware.org More

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      Miguel Almiron set for £16million Newcastle transfer exit in January to play for Premier League winner

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      MIGUEL ALMIRON looks set for a £16million exit from Newcastle to Charlotte FC.The Paraguayan winger, 30, saw a move to the MLS side collapse in the summer as they refused to meet Toon’s asking price.Miguel Almiron looks set for a £16million exit from Newcastle to Charlotte FCCredit: GettySince then he has barely featured for the Mags in the Premier League and has attracted a host of interest from both Europe and South America.Olympiacos are interested in bringing Almiron to Greece but Brazilian rivals Santos and Botafogo are looking to snap him up.However, the switch Stateside appears to be BACK ON after Charlotte FC assistant manager Christian Fuchs revealed the ex-Atlanta United attacker is closing in on an MLS return.Fuchs, Prem title winner with Leicester in 2016, said: “He’s a great player but I don’t really want to talk about him as he hasn’t signed yet.READ MORE IN football “There are always a lot of names being associated with Charlotte FC and all I know is that, once it is signed, Almiron will be a great addition to our club and I would really look forward to him joining us and playing for us.“We are very ambitious, coming up into our fourth year and it has been a steady progression within the club, within the MLS and we are really looking forward to getting going again.“We are coming back on January 12th, going into pre season, and it is going to be a great season ahead.”As revealed by SunSport, Newcastle are also poised to cash in on former England star Kieran Trippier. Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSTrippier is one of the Toon’s highest earners and the club’s hierarchy are ready to cash in on the 34-year-old as they look to stick by Premier League Profit and Sustainability Rules.The defender – who won the Spanish title with Atletico Madrid before joining Newcastle in 2021 – is believed to be open to another move abroad.Clubs in Spain, Italy and Turkey have all registered interest in the set-piece specialist who won 54 England caps before retiring from international duty after last summer’s Euros.Arsenal Invincible and cult hero reveals we’ve all been saying his name wrong for nearly 45 years More

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      Kai Havertz’s wife posts emotional New Year message to Arsenal star hours before he misses Brentford clash

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      KAI HAVERTZ’S wife posted an emotional New Year message to the Arsenal star hours before he was left out of the squad to face Brentford.Several Gunners stars were absent from the starting line-up at the G-tech Community Stadium, including Declan Rice and Leandro Trossard.Kai Havertz’s wife shared some party pics hours before the game against BrentfordCredit: Instagram / @sophiaaemeliaThe couple both dressed for the occasionCredit: Instagram / @sophiaaemeliaThey got married last yearCredit: Instagram / @sophiaaemeliaHavertz missed the Brentford match due to illnessCredit: GettyRumours before kick-off claimed there was a sickness bug in camp, which Mikel Arteta later confirmed.Havertz, 25, missed his first game since signing for Arsenal in the summer of 2023.Arteta said of his absence: “Kai [Havertz] wasn’t feeling good, a few players were like this.”Hours before kick-off Havertz’s wife Sophia shared a post of her and the striker on Instagram.READ MORE ON ARSENALShe celebrated the start of 2025 by sharing three pics from their wedding – with this new year being their first as a married couple.The caption on the post read: “Starting the new year with you again and again and again.”Havertz looked the part of the dashing groom as he was dressed in a smart white shirt and a black bowtie.While Sophia dazzled in a long white dress as she embraced her footie husband on their special day.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSHavertz has returned to goalscoring form of late but they did not miss him in west London.Goals from Gabriel Jesus, Mikel Merino and Gabriel Martinelli helped the Gunners overturn a 1-0 deficit to win 3-1.Amazon Prime Video presenter and John Legend give fans ‘second hand embarrassment’ after Arsenal’s win over Ipswich More

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      Arsenal player ratings: Gabriel Jesus cannot stop scoring but Martin Odegaard has rare off day against Brentford

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      ARSENAL returned to second in the Premier League table with a hard-fought win away at Brentford to kick off the new year on a high.The Gunners found themselves a goal down in the opening stages following a Bryan Mbeumo strike.Arsenal moved up to second in the table with a 3-1 win over BrentfordCredit: GettyBut in-form Gabriel Jesus hit back before the break to equalise with a headed effort from close range.Arsenal were the quickest out of the blocks after half-time, with Mikel Merino firing his team in front for the first time in the match.And Gabriel Martinelli extended the advantage with a fantastic strike into the top-right corner just three minutes later.The Gtech Community Stadium has been a tough place to visit for many travelling teams this season, so Mikel Arteta and Co will be very happy with the result.Read More on ArsenalHere’s how SunSport’s Jordan Davies rated the performance.DAVID RAYA – 6Beaten at his near post by Mbeumo but not helped by slack defending. Almost doubled Brentford’s lead by fumbling a routine shot and forced to scramble back and clear off his own line.Shaky with ball at feet too. Not the best West London return.JURRIEN TIMBER – 6Lucky to escape further punishment after a clumsy first half lunge earned him only a yellow. Worked hard down the right but could not give Nwaneri the support he needed.Most read in FootballFOOTBALL FREE BETS AND SIGN UP DEALSWILLIAM SALIBA – 7Remained a calming presence when Arsenal struggled to create in the opening stages.GABRIEL MAGALHAES – 7A rock at the back defending set-pieces and aerial deliveries into his box.Arteta looks back on his five years managing Arsenal RICCARDO CALAFIORI – 6Should have done better to stop Mbeumo cutting inside for his opener. Far too easy.THOMAS PARTEY – 7Composed on the ball and with some neat and important interceptions. His curled shot paved the way for the equaliser.MIKEL MERINO – 7Won some important duels as Arsenal pinned Brentford back early on. Clinical in the box to put his side ahead after a goalmouth scramble.Mikel Merino scored his second Premier League goal for ArsenalCredit: GettyMARTIN ODEGAARD – 6Lost the ball in midfield before Brentford took the lead. A rare quiet outing. Lucky that others around him stepped up.ETHAN NWANERI – 7Struggled to have any real impact in open play, given the impossible job of replicating what Saka does out on the right wing.However, two deliveries into the box brought about two goals to secure the three points.GABRIEL MARTINELLI – 8Lively with little end product in the first half. That all changed after the break with a sweet volley to kill Brentford’s comeback hopes. Was a constant threat.Martinelli made it three for the Gunners with a great strike into the top cornerCredit: AlamyGABRIEL JESUS – 8He just cannot stop scoring. His instincts in the box look to be back to the levels he produced at Manchester City.Gabriel Jesus got the Gunners back on level terms in the first halfCredit: GettySUBSTITUTESLEANDRO TROSSARD (NWANERI, 78) – 6Made a few good runs in behind but that was about it.READ MORE SUN STORIESDECLAN RICE (MERINO, 78) – 6Solidified the midfield. Played almost as a roaming No.10 when Odegaard went off.MYLES LEWIS-SKELLY (CALAFIORI, 78) – 6So comfortable on the ball. Practically played as a left winger at times.JORGINHO (ODEGAARD, 88) – N/AOLEKSANDR ZINCHENKO (JESUS, 90) – N/A More