Arsenal takes on a road trip to search for their first win in a month as they take on bottom side Sheffield United in the Premier League. The match schedules for Sunday at Bramall Lane, with kickoff at 9 pm.
The Gunners have gone four matches without a win in all competitions and need a quick response against the division’s bottom side. On the other hand, Sheffield United have gone three losses since their last win against Aston Villa.
Arsenal’s season so far can be summed up in the last ten minutes of Thursday’s 1-1 draw in the Europa League quarter-finals against Slavia Prague. It took Nicolas Pepe’s efforts off the bench to equalize for the Gunners after a lacklustre performance.
Only one minute remained before the last minute whistle when Arsenal conceded from a corner to give their opponents an important away goal ahead of the second leg. Finishing for a European spot remains out of the Gunners’ question following a draw to West Ham and defeat to Liverpool.
On the other hand, Sheffield United came to terms with new life in the Championship next season. However, the relegation battle is not yet confirmed, but the fifth loss at home will seal the coffin’s final nail. The side holds the record for the lowest scoring side with only 17 goals in 30 Premier League games.
Sheffield United vs Arsenal Head to Head
Both sides have six games against each other, with Sheffield United taking home one win while Arsenal with four wins. Here is a look at their previous encounters:
Home
Leeds United 2-1 Sheffield United
Chelsea 2-0 Sheffield United
Leicester City 5-0 Sheffield United
Sheffield United 0-2 Southampton
Sheffield United 1-0 Aston Villa
Away
Arsenal 1-1 Slavia Praha
Arsenal 0-3 Liverpool
West Ham 3-3 Arsenal
Arsenal 0-1 Olympiacos
Arsenal 2-1 Tottenham
Sheffield United Team News
The home team will be unable to call upon Jayden Bogle, and George Baldock after the pair suffered concussions in their clash with Leeds United. Ethan Ampadu might get a recall into the starting XI with Enda Stevens, another option.
Arsenal Team News
Talisman Aubameyang will miss out on this clash with flu, while Emile Smith Rowe remains out with a late fitness test. It gives a golden chance for New Kids on the Block, Martinelli, Azeez and Balogun to feature. The latter is likely to sign a long-term deal with the club soon.
Prediction and Odds
Arsenal is likely one of the most inconsistent teams on the side, but they have all to prove this Sunday.
Arsenal Win
Goals Over 2.5
Most Goals: 1H