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football.london's live coverage of Brighton vs Arsenal as Premier League action continues at the Amex Stadium.

Brighton have the line-up that draws more attention, however. Mikel Arteta chooses his first choice left-back Oleksandr Zinchenko over Kieran Tierney as the Arsenal manager again leans on his favourite. Arsenal have an awful record here, fingers crossed they can overcome a weakened Brighton side. Oleksandr Zinchenko starts for Arsenal in their Premier League clash against Brighton at the Amex Arena. That means that Ben White continues at right-back on his return to the side where he came through as a youngster. That means youngster Amario Cozier-Duberry drops out from the matchday squad.

Mikel Arteta's Arsenal take on Brighton with hopes of maintaining their lead at the top of the Premier League table.

[manager signed to a new deal](https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/thomas-frank-brentford-coach-contract-latest-b2251025.html), beat Man City before the World Cup, produced a credible – first half, at least – display [to hold Tottenham to a 2-2 draw ](https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/tottenham-brentford-result-score-harry-kane-b2251596.html)on Boxing Day and are in the top half of the table. [Premier League clubs face crunch time in potential 11-team relegation fight](https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/premier-league-relegation-wolves-everton-southampton-b2252446.html) [Gabriel Martinelli](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/gabriel-martinelli) pulled the hosts ahead in the second half en route to the hosts’ 10th straight top-flight home victory, equalling their all-time record. Can a team be simultaneously sitting in the top half and doing the cliched nervous look back over their shoulder at the bottom three? [from shipping to the first goal against West Ham to cruise to a 3-1 victory](https://www.independent.co.uk/sport/football/arsenal-west-ham-result-premier-league-goals-b2251717.html) and maintain their four-game winning run. The Premier League leaders on 1st January have gone on to win the title in nine of the last 13 seasons. But they also have just that one win at City in their last seven and, if they do not beat West Ham before the turn of the year, will have only two league victories to their name in four months when they host Liverpool in their 2023 opener. [Mikel Arteta’s](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/mikel-arteta) men will need to win to keep themselves at least five points clear of the reigning champions, Manchester City. As is it stands Manchester City are being held to a 1-1 drew at home against Everton. The Seagulls come into the match seventh in the league but will keep up the pace with the likes of Liverpool and Manchester United if they defeat the Gunners. [Mikel Arteta](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/mikel-arteta) hopes [Arsene Wenger](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/arsene-wenger)’s first trip back to the Emirates since leaving the club in 2018 was the first of many future visits by the former [Arsenal](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/arsenal) boss. [Arsenal ](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/arsenal)hope to maintain their lead at the top of the [Premier League ](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/premier-league)table as they travel to [Brighton](https://www.independent.co.uk/topic/brighton-and-hove-albion) for the first of a few tricky upcoming fixtures for the Gunners.

Find out who Mikel Arteta and Roberto De Zerbi have selected for this evening's clash at the Amex Stadium.

Copyright 2022 The Arsenal Football Club plc. Meanwhile Roberto De Zerbi has made two changes to his side, with Billy Gilmour replacing the suspended Moises Caicedo, who picked up his fifth caution of the season in their victory against Southampton on Monday. Mikel Arteta has made one change to his side to face Brighton & Hove Albion this evening, with Oleksandr Zinchenko returning to the starting XI.

Arsenal transfer news: Mudryk shows his true feeling once more as teasing message is sent ahead of January window.

"I think Mudryk can win the Ballon d'Or in the future. [De Zerbi had already been extremely complimentary of the player ](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/mykhaylo-mudryk-arsenal-january-transfer-25869042)he used to manage, saying ahead of the game: "Mudryk is a fantastic player, but Brighton can't buy him. Mykhaylo Mudryk has sent another teasing message to Arsenal ahead of the January transfer window. I like him, because I like all my ex-players. It comes days after yet another social media message which he sent out during the 3-1 victory over West Ham. It doesn't look like convincing him will be a problem, though.

Mykhailo Mudryk tuned in to Brighton's Premier League clash with Arsenal on New Year's Eve - and shared his admiration for both bosses.

[Meanwhile, Arsenal went seven points clear at the top of the Premier League with a 4-2 win over Brighton at the AmEx in the final match of 2022.](/sport/live/article-11579585/Brighton-vs-Arsenal-Premier-League-2022-23-Live-Result.html) [Brighton](/news/brighton/index.html)'s Premier League clash with [Arsenal](/sport/teampages/arsenal.html) on New Year's Eve - and shared his admiration for both bosses. [Arsenal dominated, winning 4-2 away in the last Premier League clash of 2022](/sport/live/article-11579585/Brighton-vs-Arsenal-Premier-League-2022-23-Live-Result.html)

Arsenal are expected to be busy when the January transfer window opens as they aim to maintain their lead at the top of the Premier League.

Arsenal want to bring in a winger in January and Mudryk fits the bill perfectly. [He has also publicly stated how keen he would be on a move to north London.](https://www.goal.com/en/news/mudryk-addresses-arsenal-fans-social-media-persistence-as-he-talks-up-transfer/blt0e410c8510ca9471) All the talk as January approaches is centred around Mykhailo Mudryk.

Arsenal transfer target Mykhailo Mudryk is once again watching the Gunners in the Premier League, suggesting he's seriously interested in a move.

Should Chelsea decide to lodge a bid for Mudryk, the Ukrainian may be in a situation where he needs to choose between the two London rivals. For the second time in less than a week, Mudryk has shown off how he's watching Mikel Arteta's side, who are cruising to a win over Brighton as they look to extend their lead at the top of the table. They might face competition from Premier League rivals Chelsea, however, with the Blues also reportedly keen on bringing him to England.

Arsenal defeated Brighton 4-2 after Brighton attempted to stage a dramatic comeback in the match that was quenched by VAR, who cancelled Brighton's third goal ...

Bukayo Saka scored the early opener for the Gunners in the second minute, captain Martin Odegaard doubled the scoreline in the 39th minute and Brighton’s Kaoru Mitoma put a goal at the back of the net for his side few minutes after half time, 65′. Evan Ferguson put in a second goal for Brighton, 77′, and their attempt at a third was cancelled by VAR for offside and was a relief to the Gunners. Arsenal defeated Brighton 4-2 after Brighton attempted to stage a dramatic comeback in the match that was quenched by VAR, who cancelled Brighton’s third goal for offside in the 90th minute of the game.

However Robert De Zerbi's team fought back and Kaoru Mitoma pulled one back, which was cancelled out just six minutes later through Gabriel Martinelli. Evan ...

A dangerous ball across our own box was dealt with by Gabriel, and the ball found its way to Odegaard via Granit Xhaka. Following that, we head across north London for our second derby day of the campaign against Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday, January 15. But Brighton wouldn’t go away and with 14 minutes remaining, they managed to make it 4-2. But with the game finely balanced, on 39 minutes we crucially managed to double our advantage and halt the home team’s momentum. That injected some belief into the home crowd, but it was quickly extinguished as we grabbed our fourth of the night. The Brazilian saw a shot deflect off Lewis Dunk and into Saka’s path, who tucked home his sixth league goal of the campaign.

Arsenal transfer target Mykhailo Mudryk is once again watching the Gunners in the Premier League, suggesting he's seriously interested in a move.

Should Chelsea decide to lodge a bid for Mudryk, the Ukrainian may be in a situation where he needs to choose between the two London rivals. For the second time in less than a week, Mudryk has shown off how he's watching Mikel Arteta's side, who are cruising to a win over Brighton as they look to extend their lead at the top of the table. They might face competition from Premier League rivals Chelsea, however, with the Blues also reportedly keen on bringing him to England.

Arsenal will end 2022 with a seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League after a thrilling 4-2 win at Brighton. The Gunners were sensational at times ...

The Gunners were sensational at times at the Amex Stadium, with captain Martin Odeegard producing another sublime performance. Arsenal got off to a dream start when Bukayo Saka netted after just 66 seconds, and Odegaard doubled the lead with his seventh league goal of the season before the interval. Arsenal will end 2022 with a seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League after a thrilling 4-2 win at Brighton.

Arsenal have extended their lead at the top of the Premier League table after beating Brighton and Hove Albion 4-2 at Falmer Stadium on Saturday.

The hosts got a consolation goal as Kaoru Mitoma scored in 65 minutes but Gabriel Martinelli netted for Arsenal again in 71 minutes. England’s sensation, Bukayo Saka got the opener for the Gunners in two minutes of the game. Mikel Arteta’s side were ruthless dominating every part of the game which gave Martin Odegaard and Edward Nketiah to score at 39 minutes and 47 minutes respectively.

Substitute Evan Ferguson, 18, scored his first league goal with 13 minutes remaining and Mitoma thought he had brought Brighton to within a one-goal deficit but ...

[Julio Enciso](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/20975/Julio-Enciso) 6. [Liverpool](/soccer/team?id=364) on Oct. [Mykhailo Mudryk](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/299911/mykhailo-mudryk) made it clear he was watching. Maybe we need to control the game a bit better, we let them in a couple of times, but they are a good team, good on the ball." [Erling Haaland](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/253989/Erling-Haaland) could enjoy five weeks resting up before continuing his devastating form with Manchester City. It was another test of their resolve in the pressurised environment of a title race, against a gifted Brighton side (albeit bereft of World Cup winning playmaker [Alexis Mac Allister](https://www.espn.com/soccer/player/_/id/249299/Alexis-Mac-Allister)) who had already thrashed [Chelsea](/soccer/team?id=363) at home and won away at [Manchester United](/soccer/team?id=360) this season. Top of the league and playing such good football, why wouldn't a top player want to be part of something with this much potential? [Upcoming fixtures](/soccer/fixtures?league=eng.1) Odegaard now has seven goals and five assists from 15 league matches this season, more than his tally for the entirety of the previous campaign. After a man-of-the-match display against [West Ham United](/soccer/team?id=371) on Boxing Day, Odegaard was once again heavily influential here. [Best/worst performers](#bestworst) [Highlights and notable moments](#highlights)

Mikel Arteta praised his players' reaction to their 4-2 win at Brighton on Saturday as they moved seven points clear at the top of the Premier League.

That’s what we want that those players decide football matches when the team needs it and they’re doing it." The Gunners boss said: "He’s doing what we want him to do, which is decide football matches, work really had and deliver to the team what it needs in each moment of every game. "That means that they know that we can still play better and be better.

Bukayo Saka has thanked our supporters for their efforts to provide us with plenty of vocal encouragement during our New Year's Eve win at Brighton & Hove ...

You can see how important it’s going to be, and it’s definitely going to be important going into the next few fixtures.” “I think it’s important that I can try and affect my team, that’s why I’m picked - to obviously try and be the difference. It’s been an amazing journey so far, and I think we just need to continue that in the new year.”

Arsenal will end 2022 with a seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League after a thrilling 4-2 win at Brighton. The Gunners were sensational at times ...

The Gunners were sensational at times at the Amex Stadium, with captain Martin Odeegard producing another sublime performance. Arsenal got off to a dream start when Bukayo Saka netted after just 66 seconds, and Odegaard doubled the lead with his seventh league goal of the season before the interval. Arsenal will end 2022 with a seven-point lead at the top of the Premier League after a thrilling 4-2 win at Brighton.

Arsenal are expected to be busy when the January transfer window opens as they aim to maintain their lead at the top of the Premier League.

Arsenal want to bring in a winger in January and Mudryk fits the bill perfectly. [He has also publicly stated how keen he would be on a move to north London.](https://www.goal.com/en/news/mudryk-addresses-arsenal-fans-social-media-persistence-as-he-talks-up-transfer/blt0e410c8510ca9471) All the talk as January approaches is centred around Mykhailo Mudryk.

Watch the best of the action from the Amex Stadium as we ran out victors in a six-goal thriller.

You can see how important it’s going to be, and it’s definitely going to be important going into the next few fixtures.” “I think it’s important that I can try and affect my team, that’s why I’m picked - to obviously try and be the difference. It’s been an amazing journey so far, and I think we just need to continue that in the new year.”

Arsenal will make an improved offer for Shakhtar Donetsk winger Mykhailo Mudryk. Chelsea are also keen, with Arsenal's first offer of £45m short of ...

[Chelsea, meanwhile, continue to step up their push to get Benfica's World Cup winner Enzo Fernandez](/sport/football/article-11588921/Chelsea-plan-talks-Benfica-Enzo-Fernandez-106m-deal-aid-January-games.html), who has a valuation of around £106m. [Chelsea](/sport/teampages/chelsea.html) have also posted interest as Arsenal's initial £45m offer is well short of Shakhtar's desired £85m valuation. Mudryk, who turns 22 on January 5, would definitely fit that mould.

Eddie Nketiah made it two goals in as many Premier League starts as Arsenal beat Brighton and Hove Albion.

However, with the Brazil striker out injured, the Ghana prospect is stepping up to the plate. THE BIGGER PICTURE: Nketiah started upfront for Arsenal in back-to-back league matches for the first time this season, having had to deal with spells on the bench with Gabriel Jesus preferred. - It was just the second Premier League start for the Ghana prospect

Arsenal are in negotiations with Shakhtar Donetsk over the transfer of Mykhailo Mudryk – and it seems the Ukraine winger is a big fan of Mikel Arteta and ...

"I cannot talk about players that are not ours," he said in his press conference before the trip to Brighton. The 21-year-old winger is valued at [an eye-popping £85million](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/transfer-news/arsenal-mykhailo-mudryk-man-utd-28831376) by Shakhtar, who have benefited from 10 goals and eight assists in all competitions this campaign. If we will not, then let it be another time. Yes, it would be hard to say no from my side, I can't say no but the transfer is not only my decision and my word." I'll speak again to Arsenal. "If we will agree, then let it be so. Murdryk has also used his Instagram to share a compilation video showing his best goals and skills of 2022. The Italian coached Mudryk during the 2021/22 season, but the post seems aimed at talking up Arteta, more than hailing his former manager. He recently told CBS: "I think every guy dreams about the Premier League. I like the way they play. It's believed the Gunners have already [Arsenal](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/arsenal-fc) after watching their [impressive win](https://www.mirror.co.uk/sport/football/match-reports/brighton-arsenal-saka-odegaard-nketiah-28849047) over [Brighton](https://www.mirror.co.uk/all-about/brighton-and-hove-albion-fc).

Following our 4-2 victory against Brighton & Hove Albion, Mikel Arteta undertook his post-match media duties at the Amex Stadium.

They're understanding that better and better and they are free-flowing at the moment. It's how do you react now, and when are they going to apply pressure, mentally how you cope with those moments. My excitement comes when I go in the dressing room and the players are talking about what they should've done better today. That's what we want, those players deciding football matches when the team needs it and that's what they're doing. He is doing what we want him to do - to decide football matches and work really hard and deliver to the team what he needs in these moments which is different. There were moments where we should've done better and put ourselves in trouble but that's the learning part and every game is a huge test.

Arsenal drew motivation from Manchester City's 1-1 draw against Everton before their against Brighton match Saturday, according to Bukayo Saka.

WHAT THEY SAID: "We just try and focus on ourselves but when we heard that result it gave us extra motivation to try and press on and get a result today," said Saka to the BBC after the game. No club that's been seven or more points clear at the top of the Premier League at New Year's - where Arsenal currently stand - have gone on to lose the title. Arsenal and England wonderkid Bukayo Saka said that Manchester City's 1-1 draw against Everton earlier on Saturday gave them the needed motivation to go and beat Brighton.

football.londontakes a look back at the talking points from the Gunners 4-2 win over Brighton in the Premier League at the Amex Stadium.

He is correct in the sense that there is still so much for this Arsenal side to do. While that dangerous epidemic of hope of spreading rapidly through the fanbase, it does appear that the players are trying to keep their feet on the ground. "That means that they know that we can still player better and be better and against Newcastle we have to be better." For the first time though it did appear as though the heft of title expectations began to weigh on Arsenal. If you had predicted that at the start of the year you would undoubtedly have been carted away. [Bukayo Saka](https://www.football.london/all-about/bukayo-saka) put them a goal up inside a minute in their second threatening attack of the match. The goal got disallowed and we had much more room to win the game but you have to be prepared for that. It's easy to forget with Odegaard that he himself is still only 24, but with nearly a decade of experience in the senior game, he is proving invaluable for Arsenal as they continue to go from strength to strength. Despite the company line being that Arsenal focus only on themselves, it is understood that they were well aware of what had happened in the 3pm kick offs as they stepped out on the Amex Stadium turf. At that point panic stations were near a 10 and even Mikel Arteta appeared to be losing his cool as he rammed his index fingers into his temples in a gesture to get them to calm down. Kauro Mitoma's goal had them back within touching distance and suddenly a sense of nervousness did start to spread among the Arsenal ranks. In the moments prior to kick off though it took on an even greater level of experience.

Arsenal news: Catch all the latest Arsenal news, rumours and gossip including updates on the Gunners' Premier League title chase, Mykhaylo Mudryk and Martin ...

His decisions, he is also a leader in the team. The Gunners have already had a [£55million bid rejected by Shakhtar Donetsk](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/shakhtar-respond-arsenal-mudryk-bid-25844817) and are expected to return with a higher offer for the winger. You see that Norway is now getting more top-class players, and I hope they can do well internationally in the years to come." The way he analyses the game. I like him and the way he makes football look so easy. He really is like a young Cesc Fabregas. I actually spoke to Martin about it after the game now on Boxing Day. Fortunately, he is here now. The clips included his goals against RB Leipzig and Celtic, as well as a number of dazzling attacking runs. The hints keep coming. The forward posted a video over a minute long full of goals, skills, assists and impressive play on his private Instagram page. Martin Odegaard also continued his fine form with a goal and splendid assist as the Gunners made it 14 wins in 16 games.

Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka has admitted that the club now has a 'great opportunity' to win the Premier League title this season after opening up a.

“It is a great opportunity we have [to win the Premier League title] – a great place we have put ourselves in. Arsenal winger Bukayo Saka has admitted that the club now has a ‘great opportunity’ to win the Premier League title this season after opening up a seven-point lead. “Of course at the start of the season if you asked us if we wanted this we would bite your hand off.

Arsenal are expected to reinforce their squad in January, so we simulated the upcoming transfer window to see who Mikel Arteta and Edu could sign.

Overall, FM23 predicts that the Gunners could add three new players to their squad in January, with the midfield and attack the targeted positions by Arteta. [failing to sign Douglas Luiz](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-news-douglas-luiz-transfer-24905206) from Aston Villa on transfer deadline day in the summer, a new midfielder could also be an option for Mikel Arteta, with a few more signings potentially enough to help push the Gunners to the Premier League title. Arsenal also reached two cup finals in the simulation, but they failed to win any of them. Arsenal ended the season with an incredible tally of 95 points, but defeat on the last day of the season saw them lose out to City by three points. We used Football Manager 2023 to simulate the January transfer window and find out. [Arsenal](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/) are in need of added depth in the squad, particularly in attack.

Mikel Arteta and Bukayo Saka insist Arsenal are not getting carried away, despite leading the league by seven points at the end of 2022.

We are focusing on the next game because we know how well Newcastle have been playing." "We are not focusing on that now. "Of course at the start of the season if you asked us if we wanted this, we would bite your hand off. [everything you need to know](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/57737152)to make sure you never miss a moment [Everything Arsenal - go straight to all the best content](https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/teams/arsenal) We had to dig in as well. Arsenal and City have played 16 games each so far this season.

Arsenal transfer news: Catch all the latest Gunners news including updates on the Gunners' pursuit of Mykhaylo Mudryk, William Saliba's future and the ...

Despite snubbing the Gunners for Juventus last January, the Serb's future in Italy is unclear [with interest arriving from the Premier League for his services.](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/dusan-vlahovic-arsenal-transfer-chelsea-25776238) The attacking duo's current deals expire in 2024 and it's understood that the club are in the process of tying them down to extended deals. [Arsenal's ](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/)attackers got on the scoresheet in the Gunners' thrilling victory over Brighton on New Year's Eve. Mykhaylo Mudryk has sent another teasing message to Arsenal ahead of the January transfer window. The Gunners stretched their lead at the top of the Premier League last night with a 4-2 victory at Brighton & Hove Albion after Manchester City failed to defeat struggling Everton earlier in the day. It comes days after yet another social media message which he sent out during the 3-1 victory over West Ham. “But saying that, this is a new Arsenal. [ Bukayo Saka](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/saka-arsenal-contract-man-city-25767820) and [ Gabriel Martienlli](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/gabriel-martinelli-new-arsenal-contract-25805512) as players Arsenal remain keen on keeping hold of. [Arsenal ](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/)may have been given a route to sign [Dusan Vlahovic](https://www.football.london/all-about/dusan-vlahovic) from Juventus in January but it would likely involve the departure of a key first-team star. This is a team that’s top of the league and a team that we do actually have to take seriously again, a club we have to take seriously again.” [Mikel Arteta's side](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/mikel-arteta-martin-odegaard-martinelli-25871651) and once again there was a player pulling the strings magnificently who has been told Arsenal would not be able to replace him. How does it feel waking up as league leaders?

Arsenal news: The Gunners opened up a seven-point gap to Manchester City following their win over Brighton on New Year's Eve with one player's performance ...

[Arsenal's ](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/)attackers got on the scoresheet in the Gunners' thrilling victory over Brighton on New Year's Eve. Without breaking stride, the 24-year-old sent a delicious first-time pass from his own half beyond the Brighton defence with Martinelli sprinting in on goal and finishing expertly. "That is Ronnie O'Sullivan in football. [Every word Mikel Arteta said on Martin Odegaard, Premier League title hopes and Martinelli](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/mikel-arteta-martin-odegaard-martinelli-25871651) [Arsenal handed Mykhaylo Mudryk incentive on eve of January transfer window with Instagram hint](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-mykhaylo-mudryk-january-transfer-25870809) [Arsenal player ratings vs Brighton as Martin Odegaard sublime and Oleksandr Zinchenko superb](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arsenal-brighton-martin-odegaard-zinchenko-25871141) [William Saliba new Arsenal contract talks progressing well as extension agreement confirmed](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/news/arsenal-saliba-contract-extension-confirmed-25871378) [Arsenal news and transfers LIVE: The latest news, rumours and gossip from the Emirates Stadium](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/transfer-news/arsenal-news-transfers-live-mudryk-25871859) [Mikel Arteta's side](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/mikel-arteta-martin-odegaard-martinelli-25871651) and once again there was a player pulling the strings magnificently who has been told Arsenal would not be able to replace him. [Bukayo Saka and Martin Odegaard both netted in the first half with Eddie Nketiah and Gabriel Martinelli sealing the victory with strikes in the second 45](https://www.football.london/arsenal-fc/fixtures-results/arsenal-brighton-martin-odegaard-zinchenko-25871141), despite Kaoru Mitoma and Evan Ferguson goals for Brighton.