Preview: Arsenal vs Sunderland Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | Premier League 2025-26
The league leaders host the league’s surprise package at The Emirates!
Mikel Arteta’s Arsenal welcome high-flying Sunderland to North London this Saturday. They want to tighten their grip on the top spot in the Premier League. Arsenal are currently first in the table with 53 points.
They sit seventeen points ahead of their weekend visitors. Even so, the Black Cats arrive with their sights set on a European spot. Regis Le Bris has turned the Wearsiders into a tough side. Their current eighth-place spot beats every pre-season prediction that they would go down.
The messy 2-2 draw at the Stadium of Light back in November will stay fresh in Arsenal’s minds. Sunderland grabbed a dramatic point that night. It showed they have the heart to rattle the best teams in the league. Still, the Emirates is a hard place to visit this season.
Arsenal brushed Chelsea aside in the Carabao Cup semi-final earlier this week. They also rolled over Leeds United in their last league game. Viktor Gyökeres is still on a scoring tear. The Swedish striker and a peak Bukayo Saka are a nightmare for a Sunderland defence missing starters.
Sunderland recovered from a loss against West Ham by thumping Burnley 3-0. That win showed exactly what they can do up front. Brian Brobbey played out of his skin in that game.
He will be looking forward to a scrap with Arsenal’s centre-backs. Le Bris must set his team to soak up a lot of pressure. All the while, Martin Ødegaard pulls the strings with incredible vision in the final third.
The home side are a clear favourite. But taking things for granted could be a huge mistake against a team playing with nothing to lose. Saturday looks set to be a massive tactical battle. It pits Arteta’s disciplined squad against a brave Sunderland team looking for another big upset in London.
Kick-off:
- Location: London, England
- Stadium: Emirates Stadium
- Date: Saturday, February 7
- Kick-off Time: 8:30 PM IST
- Referee: Samuel Barrett
- VAR: In use
Form:
Arsenal: W-W-W-L-W
Sunderland: W-L-W-D-L
Players to watch out for:
Viktor Gyökeres (Arsenal):
Viktor Gyökeres is the main man for Arsenal up front. He is a constant threat that defenders find really hard to keep quiet. The Swedish striker has already bagged six goals in his 22 Premier League games this season.
Those numbers show just how sharp he is in the box. Additionally, his expected goals (xG) of 7.08 suggest he is always getting into the right spots to score. Gyökeres holds a solid 6.67 average rating. He remains a major influence for the North London side whenever they get into the final third.
Brian Brobbey (Sunderland)
Brian Brobbey is the go-to guy for Sunderland’s attack. He shows how vital he is by scoring five times in only 19 games. Even though his expected goals (xG) are a bit lower at 2.45, he often beats that stat with some top-class finishing.
Along with his goals, Brobbey helps the team out with an assist as well. His 6.64 average rating proves he is a consistent performer for the Black Cats.
Match Facts:
- Arsenal have kept the most clean sheets in the Premier League this season, with 12.
- Arsenal scored 13 goals in their last five matches.
- Sunderland sit 8th but rank 18th in the xG table, overperforming by 10 positions.
Arsenal vs Sunderland Betting Tips and Odds:
- Both teams to score: 1.80 (Bet365)
- Arsenal to win & over 2.5 Goals: 2.05 (Sky Bet)
- Viktor Gyökeres to score anytime: 2.10 (William Hill)
Injuries and Team News:
Unavailable players for Arsenal: Bukayo Saka (injury), Martin Ødegaard (injury), Max Dowman (injury), and Mikel Merino (injury).
Unavailable players for Sunderland: Granit Xhaka (injury) and Bertrand Traoré (injury).
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Head-To-Head stats:
Total matches: 155
Arsenal won: 63
Sunderland won: 50
Draws: 42
Predicted Starting Lineups
Arsenal Predicted Starting Lineup (4-2-3-1):
David Raya; Jurrien Timber, William Saliba, Gabriel, Piero Hincapié; Martin Zubimendi, Declan Rice; Noni Madueke, Kai Havertz, Leandro Trossard; Viktor Gyökeres
Sunderland Predicted Starting Lineup (5-4-1):
Robin Roefs; Nordi Mukiele, Daniel Ballard, Omar Alderete, Trai Hume, Reinildo; Habib Diarra, Noah Sadiki, Enzo Le Fee, Chemsdine Talbi; Brian Brobbey
Match Prediction:
Arsenal should get the win at the Emirates. Their non-stop pressure up front usually breaks down teams visiting North London. Sunderland has some dangerous players like Brobbey.
However, the Gunners just have too much class and will likely dictate how the game is played. Fans should expect a 3-1 scoreline. This reflects how dominant Arsenal is, even if the Black Cats manage to grab a goal.
Prediction: Arsenal 3-1 Sunderland
Telecast Details
India: JioHotstar, Star Sports Network
UK: Sky Sports and TNT Sports
US: NBC Sports
Nigeria: SuperSport
When and where is this Arsenal vs Sunderland match taking place?
The match kicks off at 3pm GMT on Saturday, 7 February 2026, at the Emirates Stadium in North London.
What was the result of the previous meeting between these two teams?
The sides played out a dramatic 2-2 draw at the Stadium of Light in November 2025, featuring a late equaliser from Brian Brobbey.
Which key players are expected to miss the game due to injury?
Arsenal will likely be without Bukayo Saka due to a muscle injury, while Martin Ødegaard remains a doubt following a recent knock.
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