Arsenal have Gabriel back from injury when they resume their Premier League title bid against Brighton. Gabriel has been out since early November with an adductor injury but he was spotted with the Arsenal squad on their pre-match walk on Saturday morning, raising hope he is about to return.

Aston Villa are on a historic hot streak, and they can absolutely challenge for the Premier League title. Arsenal and Man City better watch out.

Preview the matchup between Arsenal FC and Brighton & Hove Albion with predictions, odds, over/under, betting lines and more.

Arsenal resisted a late fightback from Brighton to keep hold of first place in the Premier League, but Manchester City and Aston Villa are in hot pursuit.

Arsenal were once again wasteful with their scoring chances but managed to eek out a 2-1 victory over Brighton at Emirates Stadium on Saturday, to send themselves back to the top of the Premier League table.

The Premier League is at the stage where those chasing the title trade wins blow for blow, and Arsenal continued their battle with Manchester City by matching their three points earlier in the day — albeit with a nervy finish at the Emirates against Brighton.

Arsenal will face Chelsea in the English League Cup semifinals after beating Crystal Palace 8-7 on penalties following a 1-1 draw in normal time.

The Boxing Day weekend continues with some great matches this Saturday! The day began with Manchester City grabbing a 2-1 win at Nottingham Forest to go one point clear of Arsenal at the top of the Premier League table.