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Sheffield United: Grbic, Ahmedhodzic, Trusty, Robinson, Bogle, Norwood, Vinicius Souza, Hamer, Tom Davies, McAtee, McBurnie. Substitutes: Baldock, Brereton, Foderingham, Osborn, Arblaster, Larouci, Osula, Brooks, Peck.
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Arsenal: Raya, White, Saliba, Gabriel, Kiwior, Odegaard, Jorginho, Rice, Saka, Havertz, Martinelli. Substitutes: Ramsdale, Partey, Gabriel Jesus, Smith Rowe, Nketiah, Cedric, Trossard, Vieira, Nelson.
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Referee: Sam Barrott
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Manchester City are on a roll. Jurgen Klopp’s rebooted Liverpool 3.0 have hit some serious form, too. Victory for Arsenal at Sheffield United this evening is therefore non-negotiable if they want to keep some heat on the top two.
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The Gunners have been on a productive run themselves, mind you, and three points at Bramall Lane tonight would make it seven league wins in a row for Mikel Arteta’s side. There is also good news on the fitness front, with the central midfield general, Thomas Partey, set to be involved for the first time since October.
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For the Blades February was an extremely mixed bag. They mustered victory against relegation-battle rivals Luton, but conceded five goals at home not once but twice: first against Villa, then against Brighton. (They also shipped five at home against the Seagulls at the end of January, in the FA Cup.)
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They prop up the Premier League table on 13 points, equal with 19th-placed Burnley but having played a match fewer. Things are looking bleak, but could Chris Wilder have something up his sleeve to exert a bit of pressure on title-chasing Arsenal?
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Kick-off: 8pm UK time
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important events
“As a fan, I’m always careful.” Thierry Henry talks about his feelings: “I don’t like these types of games…You’d like to think it’s going to be an easy game, but you have to make it easy.”
I think that’s the least Roy Keene thing he could have said.
Sheffield United’s Auston Trusty He was born in a place called Media, Pennsylvania. Just letting you know.
Incidentally, he joined the Blades from Arsenal, but never played a first-team game for Arsenal.
Is it Sheffield United? Are you playing 4-5-1 or 4-3-2-1? Find out in less than 10 minutes. Kickoff is at 8pm.
Charles Antaki emails: “Thank you Michael Bowman for reminding us of Malcolm Macdonald, an example of the type of player (see also John Radford) who could never have imagined wearing an Arsenal shirt since the start of the Wenger era. is.
“You could try to shoehorn Robin van Persie into that category, but that would be tough. Maybe John Hartson. But even if Mikel Arteta is looking for a number nine, I don’t think there’s a player out there who’s probably smart these days.”
Arsenal win tonight They now have 61 points, one point behind Manchester City and two points behind leaders Liverpool. All players will play in 27 games.
If the Gunners win tonight and beat Brentford at home next Saturday night, they will sit top of the league ahead of Sunday’s Super Est of Sunday match between Liverpool and Manchester City.
How’s that for motivation?
Thierry Henry He’s the kind of pundit obsessed with Sky Sports. Although he is incredibly knowledgeable, he sounds like a somewhat overbearing gym teacher.
some nice things You can read about it in our Soccer Today section. Jonathan Wilson, Sid Lowe, lots of:
Henrik Larsson The conversation with Michael Butler is also a must-read.
“The last time I went to Bramall Lane We won 5-0 against Arsenal,” Michael Bowman said in an email. “Yes, it was 1978 in the FA Cup and we had Malcolm MacDonald.
“I was criticized for being a southerner. I think they probably chose my New Zealand accent.”
marcus christenson
city of manchester He said the women’s team had a “clear strategy” after informing manager Gareth Taylor of a contract extension until 2027.
Taylor, who was appointed head coach in 2020, has faced pressure at times during her tenure, but the team are level on points with Chelsea at the top of the Women’s Super League and have reached the quarter-finals and semi-finals of the FA Cup. advanced. This season’s League Cup final.
Fit to compete for the Premier League titlethis is Bernie Ronay about Phil Foden.
Any thoughts on tonight’s game? You can send us an email.
“we believe it’s the right thing to do” Arteta said of sticking with the same team tonight.
Next question: Given Arsenal’s recent run of form, what is he most happy about?
“The consistency we showed, the defensive strength, and the aggression and determination. [created] a lot. “
Mikel Arteta Thierry Henry and Jamie Carragher appeared as commentators tonight and also had a chat with the TV boys.
“They made some changes during the game,” Arteta says of Sheffield United and Wilder’s reputation for formational creativity.
“We have to be adaptable. The players have to be adaptable and understand where the spaces are going to be.”
Carragher asks: What’s it like watching City and Liverpool win and then having to play on a Monday night? “There’s a lot of change at the moment,” says Arteta. You watch the game and expect a certain outcome, but we have to focus on what we can control. ”
Sheffield United manager Chris Wilder spoke to Sky Sports with a smile on his face. “Whatever is going on in terms of total points has to be said.” [potential deductions for Everton and Forest]your job as a professional soccer player is to keep going right until the end… until the final whistle blows on the final day.
“We need to give our supporters something to shout about. We haven’t been good enough all season, especially the last few games at home.
“wonderful [to have George Baldock back on the bench] …Guys like Tom Davies and Oli McBurnie – they’ve played in this division and they know what nights like this are like.
“I know, this is how this place works on a night like this… We need to earn a platform in the game… We need to get off to a decent start.”
team
There were two changes to the host team, with Oli McBurnie and Tom Davies joining. Arsenal remain unchanged from their 4-1 win over Newcastle, but Thomas Partey was on the bench after returning from a long-term injury.
Sheffield United: Grubic, Ahmeddzic, Trusty, Robinson, Bogle, Norwood, Vinicius Souza, Hammer, Tom Davis, McAtee, McBurney. Substitute: Baldock, Brereton, Foderingham, Osborne, Arbruster, Larcie, Osla, Brooks, Peck.
Arsenal: Raya, Whyte, Saliba, Gabriel, Kiviol, Odegaard, Jorginho, Rice, Saka, Havertz, Martinelli. substitute: Ramsdale, Partey, Gabriel Jesus, Smith Rowe, Nketiah, Cedric, Trossard, Vieira, Nelson.
Referee: Sam Barrott
preamble
Manchester City are in great form. Liverpool 3.0, which was restarted by manager Jurgen Klopp, has also achieved considerable results. Arsenal’s win against Sheffield United tonight is therefore non-negotiable if they want to break into the top two.
Suffice it to say, the Gunners themselves are in good form and if they pick up the three points at Bramall Lane tonight, Mikel Arteta’s side will have won seven consecutive league games. There is also good news on the fitness front, with central midfield general Thomas Partey set to make his first appearance since October.
February was a very complicated month for Blaze. He scored a win against relegation rivals Luton, but conceded five goals at home not once but twice, first against Villa and then against Brighton. (He also shipped five during the FA Cup home game against the Seagulls at the end of January.)
They support the Premier League standings with 13 points, level with Burnley in 19th place, but have only played a small number of games. The situation looks bleak, but does Chris Wilder have something up his sleeve to put some pressure on Arsenal as they chase the title?
Kick-off: 8pm UK time
