Brighton vs. Arsenal: Preview, Predictions and Lineups

"After dropping points in back-to-back games at Brentford and Wolverhampton Wanderers, Mikel Arteta's side steadied themselves to claim two huge victories in a pair of all-London grudge matches against Tottenham Hotspur and Chelsea. There wasn't much by way of open-play success on Sunday, but the Gunners leaned on set-piece supremacy to bypass the Blues and ensured Manchester City's victory at Leeds United was matched."

"Thus, they remain five points clear at the summit, but City will cash in their game in hand at some point and are also hosting Arsenal in a potential title-decider next month. All Arsenal can do is keep winning, but Wednesday's trip to the south coast is likely to throw up a few challenges."

"Brighton seemed to be stagnating under Fabian Hürzeler, but back-to-back wins has reignited hope among Seagulls supporters. At risk of sleepwalking into potential relegation trouble, their recent successes mean Hürzeler's side are suddenly outsiders to play European football next season."

Arsenal travels to Brighton seeking their third consecutive win to maintain their five-point Premier League lead. After dropping points against Brentford and Wolverhampton, the Gunners recovered with victories over Tottenham and Chelsea, the latter secured through set-piece dominance. Manchester City remains in contention with a game in hand and will host Arsenal in a potential title-deciding match next month. Brighton has recently improved under Fabian Hürzeler with back-to-back wins, climbing to 11th place and six points from seventh. Arsenal may need to rely on open-play success rather than set-pieces, as Brighton has conceded the joint-fewest set-piece goals this season.

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