Arsenal welcome Brighton to the Emirates this afternoon as they look to see out 2025 top of the Premier League.
Manchester City have the chance to move top with Pep Guardiola’s side currently in action away to Nottingham Forest.
But the Gunners can rise to the summit again with victory over the Seagulls in the day’s 3pm kick-off.
Mikel Arteta is still dealing with a number of injury concerns with his starting XI to make for some very interesting reading.
Danny Welbeck meanwhile is back at the Emirates and is available for the visitors today.
Metro’s LIVE matchday blog will bring you all the build-up, confirmed team news and starting XIs, goal updates and minute-by-minute coverage
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December 27, 2025 1:35 pm
Gabriel with Arsenal squad today
Tony Mogan
Gabriel Magalhaes has been spotted with the Arsenal squad in the lead-up to kick-off, in his pre-match gear to boot.
The centre-half has not featured since picking up that thigh injury in November but it appears to be edging ever closer to a return to action.
December 27, 2025 1:33 pm
Is Arsenal vs Brighton on TV today?
Tony Mogan
Given that 3pm kick-off slot, the match is not being televised in the UK or Ireland today.
But we’ve got you covered right here.
December 27, 2025 1:31 pm
What time does Arsenal vs Brighton kick-off?
Tony Mogan
We have a traditional 3pm kick-off to look forward to today.
December 27, 2025 1:29 pm
Good afternoon!
Tony Mogan
After the Christmas lull, the Premier League is back with a bang this afternoon. There are seven games taking place across the country today with our focus on the Emirates where Arsenal host Brighton.
Stick with us – all your team news is on the way.
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