Arsenal will host Fulham at the Emirates Stadium on Saturday, May 2, 2026, in a key Premier League Gameweek 35 match. With the title race nearing its end, Arsenal are focused on staying top of the table. Fans can revisit their last league match by watching the 1-0 win over Newcastle on Arsenal official YouTube channel.
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Arsenal come into this game after a tough European night, where they played a 1-1 draw against Atletico Madrid in the first leg of their Champions League semi final. This match comes between two important European fixtures, and report understands that fatigue could affect Mikel Arteta’s team selection. Even so, Arsenal have strong reasons to believe they can win the 2025-26 Premier League title. They have conceded only 9 goals in their last 10 league matches and have been very strong at home.
Team News
Arsenal have a few injury concerns. Mikel Merino is out with a foot injury. Jurriën Timber and Kai Havertz are major doubts due to muscle problems. Captain Martin Ødegaard is also being checked after feeling knee discomfort during the midweek European match.
Fulham also have important absences. Alex Iwobi is out with a hamstring injury, and Ryan Sessegnon will not play. Kenny Tete is a doubt but could be available if he passes a late fitness test.
Arsenal have been excellent at home, winning their last four league matches at the Emirates. They have also kept four clean sheets in their last 10 games. Fulham are 10th and have lost only two of their last eight matches, showing good form. However, they have not won at Arsenal in 30 attempts.
Possible Lineups
Expected Arsenal XI:
Raya; Mosquera, Saliba, Gabriel, Calafiori; Odegaard, Zubimendi, Rice; Saka, Gyokeres, Eze
Expected Fulham XI:
Leno; Castagne, Andersen, Bassey, Robinson; Berge, Lukic; Wilson, Smith Rowe, Chukwueze; Jimenez
Mikel Arteta is expected to start Bukayo Saka and Eberechi Eze after both came on as substitutes in the last match. For Fulham, Bernd Leno will be important against his former club. Marco Silva may turn to Harry Wilson or Andreas Pereira to replace Alex Iwobi and support Raul Jimenez in attack.
How to Watch
The match will be shown live on different platforms, with coverage starting 30 minutes before kickoff.
| Channel | Region | Kickoff Time |
|---|---|---|
| Sky Sports Main Event | United Kingdom | 17:30 BST |
| SuperSport Premier League | Nigeria Africa | 17:30 WAT |
| Peacock Premium | USA | 12:30 ET |
Match Prediction
Softfootball predicts a 2-0 win for Arsenal.
Arsenal’s strong defence and deeper squad should help them win this match. Fulham can stay organised, but Arsenal’s aim to move six points clear of Manchester City will give them extra motivation. With Bukayo Saka back to full fitness and strong support at home, Arsenal are likely to win and keep a clean sheet.
