Arsenal vs Fulham – Match preview and team news
Arsenal aim to extend their lead at the top of the Premier League to six points when they host Fulham at the Emirates Stadium. The Gunners are coming off a demanding Champions League match against Atletico Madrid and are dealing with several injury concerns. Fulham, meanwhile, are pushing for a European spot and are missing key players due to injury.
- ▪Arsenal currently lead Manchester City by three points in the Premier League.
- ▪Martin Odegaard was substituted early in the midweek Champions League match but may be fit for the Fulham game.
- ▪Fulham are two points behind sixth-placed Brighton and seeking their first European qualification since 2012.
- ▪Ryan Sessegnon and Alex Iwobi are both injured and will miss Fulham's trip to Arsenal.
- ▪Kai Havertz, Jurrien Timber, and Mikel Merino remain sidelined for Arsenal due to injuries.
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