Arsenal FC will host Everton FC on Saturday, March 14, 2026 at 17:30 British time in a key fixture in the Premier League matchday 31. The game comes shortly after Arsenal’s 1–1 draw with Bayer 04 Leverkusen in the first leg of the 2025/26 Round of 16 in the UEFA Champions League.
Although Arsenal did not deliver their best performance against Leverkusen, the draw is still considered an important result. Avoiding defeat away from home gives the London club a solid platform heading into the second leg.
Fans believe that if Arsenal had lost the match, the pressure would have been far greater. Instead, the team now has the opportunity to approach the return leg with a more attacking mindset.
Despite Arsenal entering the match as favourites, Everton could still present difficulties. However, the historical record between the two sides strongly favours the league leaders.
In the last 10 meetings between the clubs:
- Arsenal wins: 6
- Draws: 2
- Everton wins: 2
This record highlights Arsenal’s recent dominance in the fixture.
One of the key features of Arsenal’s 2025/26 campaign has been their ability to win matches even when performances are not perfect.
Softfootball note that Arsenal have frequently shown the ability to convert a small number of chances into decisive goals. Even in matches where possession is evenly split or the opposition creates numerous opportunities, Arsenal have often remained clinical in front of goal.
Heading into the match, Arsenal sit first in the Premier League table with 67 points, holding a seven-point lead over Manchester City, who have 60 points.
However, Arsenal have played one match more than City. If City win their match against West Ham United, the gap would narrow to four points, still giving Arsenal a relatively strong advantage at this stage of the season.
For Arsenal, victory against Everton would be another important step in maintaining momentum as the Premier League title race intensifies.
