Arsenal are out to extend their lead at the summit of the Premier League again against Bournemouth tonight.
The Gunners passed another stern examination of their title credentials with flying colours last Tuesday, hammering third place Aston Villa at the Emirates.
A draw for Manchester City at Sunderland on New Year’s Day means Mikel Arteta’s side are four point clear at the top.
While they lost home and away to today’s opposition last season, Bournemouth are without a win in their last 10 games.
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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January 3, 2026 4:08 pm
Bournemouth vs Arsenal TV channel
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You can watch Bournemouth vs Arsenal live on Sky Sports Premier League and Sky Sports Main Event with streaming also available through the Sky Go app and NOW TV for subscribers.
But why do that when you can follow all the action right here on our dedicated LIVE blog.
January 3, 2026 4:05 pm
Bournemouth vs Arsenal kick-off time
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Today’s game at the Vitality Stadium will kick off at 5.30pm UK time.
Arsenal go into the game with a three-point lead at the top of the table after Aston Villa beat Nottingham Forest 3-1 in the early kick-off.
After a bright start to the season, Bournemouth haven’t won since October and have slipped to 15th in the table.
January 3, 2026 4:00 pm
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Good afternoon and welcome to Metro’s LIVE coverage of the Premier League clash between AFC Bournemouth and Arsenal.
The Gunners kick-off 2026 top of the Premier League – is this finally the year they go on to win the title?
The all-important team news is on the way…
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