Anticipated Clash: Leeds vs Arsenal
In the upcoming Premier League match on Saturday evening, Arsenal will host Leeds United at the Emirates, marking their first home fixture of the new season. The Gunners are currently the favourites to secure a win, with the best odds for Total goals under 2.5 being 27/20, as provided by Unibet.
Arsenal's recent form at home is impressive, with their most recent league victory by more than one goal dating back over six months to a 5-1 thrashing of Manchester City. In their opening match of the season, they secured a 1-0 win against Manchester United, with Riccardo Calafiori scoring the winning goal.
However, Leeds United will be looking to break Arsenal's six-match winning streak over them in all competitions and end their 14-match unbeaten run against the Yorkshire club. The last time Leeds United tasted victory against Arsenal was back in 2003 at Highbury.
Jaka Bijol returns from suspension for Leeds United, but they may face a few challenges due to fitness concerns surrounding Ben White and Christian Norgaard. Ilia Gruev is expected to step in at the base of midfield for Leeds United.
On the Arsenal side, Gabriel Martinelli is secure on the left flank, with Eze's arrival not affecting his position. However, Gabriel Jesus remains sidelined for several more months due to an ACL injury, and Kai Havertz is reported to have picked up a fresh knee injury of unknown severity.
Arsenal have also extended their unbeaten league run against the traditional 'Big Six' to 22 matches. Moreover, they hold an impressive record against promoted clubs, being unbeaten in 42 consecutive Premier League home encounters, leaving them one shy of Chelsea's all-time record between 2001 and 2015.
Leeds United, on the other hand, have lost seven straight league games in London. They ended a two-year wait for a top-flight victory in their Premier League return. Dominic Calvert-Lewin will face extra competition from new arrival Noah Okafor for a starting spot in the Leeds United lineup.
Ethan Ampadu is sidelined with an MCL injury and will miss the match against Arsenal. Sebastiaan Bornauw, who was out with a calf problem, featured on the bench for Leeds United in their last match.
Arsenal's strength from set pieces was a deciding factor in their win against Manchester United, and they have the highest goal target to score more than two goals in the Premier League match against Leeds United on Saturday evening, having previously defeated Leeds 5-0 with multiple players scoring, including Viktor Gyökeres who scored twice.
The match promises to be an exciting one, with both teams looking to secure a vital win. Stay tuned for updates on team news, player performances, and match analysis.
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