Sunderland vs Arsenal: Predicted lineup today and confirmed team news | Football

Arsenal have no fresh injury concerns as they head to Sunderland in tonight’s Premier League action.

The Gunners have won their opening three games of the new season – conceding just once – and got their Champions League campaign up and running with a win over Napoli on Wednesday.

Ben White has been ever-present in the starting XI this season but came off late on in Naples, appearing to be in some discomfort.

The former Brighton defender is ‘fine’ according to his manager however and is expected to take his place in the side at the Stadium of Light tonight.

Ezri Konsa has impressed at the heart of defence alongside Gabriel Magalhaes, drafted in against Chelsea and Napoli after an injury for Cristhian Mosquera.

The Spain international had started the season at centre-half in place of the injured William Saliba but an injury suffered in the win over Aston Villa opened up space for Konsa to come in.

Arteta confirmed on Friday that Mosquera is ‘progressing well’ and could be in contention to make the squad today.

Timber meanwhile is continuing to step his recovery from a groin problem that has prevented him from starting a game since March.

Arteta hailed his efforts in training this week but it remains to be seen when the Dutchman will be considered for selection.

Saliba remains a long-term absentee as he recovers from his back problem.

Arsenal XI to face Napoli – Metro prediction

Arteta was able to rotate his side midweek in the Champions League with Viktor Gyokeres, Eberechi Eze, Mikel Merino and Piero Hincapie coming in.

Bruno Guimaraes came off the bench after his recent issue with Arsenal fans eager to see him start alongside Declan Rice in the heart of midfield.

Myles Lewis-Skelly hasn’t put a foot wrong in that role however and will be hopeful of keeping his spot.

Sunderland vs Arsenal TV channel, live stream and kick-off time

The Premier League match takes place this afternoon (Saturday 12 September) with kick-off scheduled for 8pm.

You can watch the match live on TNT Sports 1 with streaming also available through the HBO Max app.

You can also follow all the action with Metro’s LIVE matchday blog.

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