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Arsenal vs Bournemouth: Premier League Clash – Team GWG Brings All The Updates, Goals, And Statistics

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May 4, 2024

Benjamin Abioye

Date: Saturday 4th May, 2024

Time: 12:30 pm

Stadium: Emirates Stadium

Referee: David Coote (England)

Arsenal:

Once again, Arsenal will approach a crucial matchday with a fully fit squad, presenting Mikel Arteta with the luxury of options. Jurrien Timber’s progress with the Under-21 side opens up the possibility of his inclusion in Saturday’s lineup. Arteta may opt to maintain continuity by sticking with the same lineup for the third consecutive game, with Thomas Partey retaining his midfield role and Takehiro Tomiyasu operating at left-back.

Arteta seems inclined to fine-tune the team that faced Chelsea and Tottenham, possibly keeping Leandro Trossard on the left flank instead of Gabriel Martinelli. Kai Havertz, following a standout performance against Tottenham, is expected to spearhead the attack, with uncertainty surrounding Gabriel Jesus’s future.

The bench selection will be intriguing, particularly if Arsenal gain a comfortable advantage against Bournemouth.

Probable Lineup (4-3-3): Raya; Ben White, Saliba, Gabriel, Tomiyasu; Odegaard, Partey, Rice; Saka, Havertz, Trossard

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Bournemouth:

Bournemouth faces a challenge with a lengthy injury list, compounded by Antoine Semenyo’s unfortunate injury against Brighton & Hove Albion.

Semenyo’s potential long-term absence adds to the woes of Andoni Iraola, who is already missing several key players like Ryan Fredericks, Luis Sinisterra, Marcus Tavernier, and Romain Faivre due to injuries. Milos Kerkez’s suspension further depletes their options.

The fitness of Chris Mepham, Philip Billing, and Illia Zabarnyi is in doubt due to illness, while Tyler Adams is grappling with a back problem. In Semenyo’s absence, Alex Scott might shift to the right wing, with Ryan Christie stepping into midfield alongside two attackers, Dominic Solanke and Enes Unal.

Probable Lineup (4-4-2): Travers; Smith, Senesi, Kelly, Ouattara; Scott, Cook, Christie, Kluivert; Unal, Solanke