Brighton & Hove Albion host Premier League champions Arsenal at the Amex Stadium on Saturday 19 September, with captain Lewis Dunk in line to make his 300th Premier League start for the club.
The Brighton v Arsenal fixture kicks off at 3pm and forms part of Albion’s 125th-anniversary celebrations. Goalkeeper Bart Verbruggen could also reach a landmark by making his 100th league appearance for Brighton.
Brighton v Arsenal team news
Albion head coach Fabian Hürzeler reported no fresh injury concerns in his pre-match update. Brighton arrive after an eventful week that included a 3-2 Carabao Cup comeback against Manchester United, followed by confirmation that they will face Manchester City in the fourth round.
Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta said he had put last season’s disagreement with Hürzeler behind him and praised Brighton’s progress. Several Arsenal defenders were still being assessed ahead of the trip to Sussex.
Milestones and match context
Dunk’s possible 300th Premier League start would underline his long association with Albion, while Verbruggen is approaching 100 league appearances for the club. Brighton also go into the match having produced more high turnovers than any other Premier League side so far this season, according to the club’s official preview.
Supporters travelling to Falmer should allow extra time around the Amex before and after the 3pm kick-off because matchday services and roads are likely to be busy.
Sources: Brighton & Hove Albion official match preview and Reuters.
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