Arsenal vs Brighton form
The English League Cup is only at the bottom of Arsenal's priority list this season. However, it is also considered the least competitive competition, so the Emirates Stadium side can still conquer it if things go their way.
In previous years, when the squad lacked depth, manager Mikel Arteta might have had to think carefully before making a decision. But now, with a squad that is both substantial in quantity and quality, the Spanish strategist can comfortably field more than two formidable lineups.
Therefore, the North London giants are considered among the top contenders for every competition they participate in. In the League Cup, The Gunners will give opportunities to less-played stars such as Kepa, Mosquera, Hincapie, Norgaard, Nwaneri... These are all promising players, capable of being part of the starting lineup of many Premier League teams.
Since 1993, Arsenal have not won the English League Cup again. Last season, Arteta's team reached the semi-finals but were defeated by Newcastle. This season will be a great opportunity for the Gunners to end their drought of more than three decades without winning the cup.
Arsenal's current form is almost flawless. After 13 matches, the Emirates Stadium side have won 11, drawn 1, and lost only 1. While possessing quality attacking players, the foundation of the Gunners' success undoubtedly lies in their defense.
Conceding just 4 goals in 13 matches is truly impressive. In his last 5 appearances in both the Premier League and Champions League, goalkeeper David Raya kept a clean sheet. Furthermore, the Spanish goalkeeper only faced 5 shots on target.
While Arsenal have maintained their consistent form, Brighton have yet to do the same. The Seagulls' five-match unbeaten run was broken last weekend by a 2-4 defeat at Old Trafford against Manchester United. This loss also saw Brighton drop to 13th place, missing the opportunity to close the gap on the top five.
In this season's League Cup, Brighton made history by becoming the first team to win two consecutive matches by a margin of six goals or more. These victories came against lower-league opponents Oxford United and Barnsley, both with a 6-0 scoreline.
However, the journey of coach Fabian Hurzeler and his team is likely to end soon. Besides the unlucky draw against Arsenal, the visitors also have a poor record in the League Cup. Since the 1978/79 season, Brighton have never advanced beyond the fourth round.
Arsenal vs Brighton team news
Arsenal: Manager Arteta is likely to rest William Saliba, Declan Rice, Riccardo Calafiori, and Gabriel Martinelli. Kai Havertz, Martin Odegaard, Noni Madueke, and Gabriel Jesus are still recovering from injuries.
Brighton: Jack Hinshelwood, Solly March, and Adam Webster are out due to injury. The availability of Kaoru Mitoma, Joel Veltman, and Brajan Gruda is uncertain.
Predicted lineups for Arsenal vs Brighton
Arsenal: Kepa; White, Mosquera, Hincapie, Lewis-Skelly; Eze, Norgaard, Merino; Nwaneri, Gyokeres, Trossard
Brighton: Steele; Wieffer, Dunk, Boscagli, De Cuyper; Milner, Ayari; Gomez, Rutter, Minteh; Welbeck
Prediction: 2-1
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