Arsenal have won only twice in the Premier League so far this season, and only once since the opening matchday. Admittedly, they’ve had a pretty tough start to the campaign, but we’re now reaching the stage in the season that they need to start picking up points. If not, Arsène Wenger’s side will be playing catch-up for the Champions League places.
Arsenal vs. Hull City live stream: How to watch the EPL online, TV schedule and more
Arsenal will look to record only their third win of the season at home to Hull on Saturday.
The good news for Gunners fans is that Saturday's clash with Hull City is a thoroughly winnable affair. On paper, Steve Bruce's Tigers are a pretty strong mid-table outfit, but they only recorded their second win of the season at home to Crystal Palace last time out. The defensive solidity that set them apart last season seems to have temporarily gone AWOL, and the Gunners will look to take full advantage.
Key player - Alexis Sánchez (Arsenal)
Arsenal's capture of Alexis Sánchez represented one of the best pieces of summer business by anyone across Europe. Sure enough, the Chilean hasn't disappointed since arriving at the Emirates, scoring four goals in all competitions and providing a direct threat that can quite often be lacking in Arsène Wenger's one-paced, possession-based style. Hull's pre-match preparation will no doubt be partly in how to keep him quiet.
Key matchup - Arsenal's right winger vs. Andrew Robertson
Whoever Arsenal will play on the right side of their attack -- the two likely candidates being Alexis Sánchez or Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain -- will come up against one of the revelations of the Premier League season. Scottish left-back Andrew Robertson has been outstanding since arriving at Hull from Dundee United, and watching his duel against the Gunners should be fascinating.
Arsenal injuries and suspensions
Out: Mesut Özil (knee), Laurent Koscielny (achilles), Olivier Giroud (tibia), Mathieu Debuchy (ankle), Yaya Sanogo, Aaron Ramsey (hamstring), Calum Chambers (suspended). In doubt: Serge Gnabry, Theo Walcott (knee), Tomáš Rosický (calf).
Hull City injuries and suspensions
Out: Robert Snodgrass (knee), Allan McGregor (shoulder). In doubt: Ahmed Elmohamady (back).
Arsenal’s injury problems have continued to worsen, with Mesut Özil the latest player to be added to their lengthy list. They have something of a crisis in defence heading into this match, exacerbated by the suspension to the versatile Calum Chambers. Wenger may well have to resort to drafting in some youth players. As for Hull, they’re still witout Robert Snodgrass and Allan McGregor, but Ahmed Elmohamady should return after a back injury.
Match Date/Time: Saturday, 3 p.m. local, 10 a.m. ET
Venue: Emirates Stadium, London, England
TV: Premier League Extra Time (U.S.), Sportsnet regional (Canada)
Online: NBC Sports Live Extra (U.S.), Sportsnet World Now (Canada)
See More:
